Rapido HO Scale EMD GP38 Extended Cab BNSF #2047 “Smurf” DCC & Sound – RAP38540

Rapido HO Scale EMD GP38 Extended Cab BNSF #2047 “Smurf” – DCC & Sound

Add distinctive BNSF diesel power to your HO Scale roster with the Rapido HO Scale EMD GP38 Extended Cab BNSF #2047 “Smurf”. Equipped with factory-installed DCC and ESU LokSound, Rapido model RAP38540 combines prototype-specific detailing, premium lighting and exceptional underframe and body detail in a highly accurate model of BNSF GP38 #2047.

The EMD GP38 became one of North America's most versatile four-axle diesel locomotives. Powered by a 2,000-horsepower prime mover, the GP38 could be found handling everything from road freight and local assignments to switching and yard service. Many GP38 locomotives continued working through subsequent rebuild programs, making the type a familiar sight well beyond its original service era.

BNSF #2047 “Smurf” Extended Cab

This release represents BNSF #2047 in its distinctive “Smurf” appearance and features the extended cab configuration. Rapido has designed its HO Scale GP38 family around prototype-specific variations, giving individual releases the appropriate details instead of relying on a generic GP38 configuration.

Premium Rapido GP38 Details

• HO Scale EMD GP38 extended cab diesel locomotive
• BNSF #2047 in the distinctive “Smurf” scheme
• Factory-equipped DCC and ESU LokSound
• Road-number-specific detailing
• Highly detailed cab interior
• Correct fuel tank size for the prototype
• Rapido metal side handrails with individual plastic stanchions
• Factory-installed separate metal grab irons and handrails
• Detailed underframe with traction motor cables, air-system components and separately applied details
• See-through etched steps
• Separately applied wire grabs
• Cannon & Company licensed fans
• Prototype-appropriate dynamic-brake hatch and air-filter details
• Operating headlights, rear lights and additional prototype-appropriate lighting
• MoPower capacitor system for improved uninterrupted DCC operation
• Suggested minimum radius: 18 inches

DCC & ESU LokSound Equipped

RAP38540 comes factory equipped for DCC operation with ESU LokSound, providing synchronized locomotive sounds and digital control straight from the box. Rapido's MoPower capacitor system helps maintain consistent decoder operation through brief interruptions in track power for smoother performance around the layout.

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