{"product_id":"rap38561","title":"Rapido HO Scale Illinois Central Gulf EMD GP38 Locomotive ICG #9536 - DCC\/Sound - RAP38561","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRapido HO Scale Illinois Central Gulf EMD GP38 Locomotive ICG #9536 - DCC\/Sound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd classic Illinois Central Gulf diesel power to your HO scale railroad with the \u003cstrong\u003eRapido Trains EMD GP38 locomotive ICG #9536\u003c\/strong\u003e. Finished in the railroad's distinctive orange and white paint scheme with black lettering, this detailed four-axle road switcher features prototype-specific exterior components, factory-installed ESU LokSound DCC\/Sound, and Rapido's attention to accurate locomotive detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1966, the EMD GP38 was a 2,000-horsepower diesel-electric locomotive powered by EMD's 16-cylinder 645E prime mover. Designed for freight and switching assignments, the GP38 became a dependable workhorse on railroads throughout North America. Illinois Central Gulf operated GP38 locomotives on a variety of freight assignments, making them a fitting choice for layouts representing the railroad's operations during the 1970s and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rapido Trains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e RAP38561\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Item Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 038561\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e HO Scale (1:87)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRailroad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Illinois Central Gulf (ICG)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocomotive Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e EMD GP38\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e ICG #9536\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint Scheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange \u0026amp; White with Black Lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Four-Axle Diesel Locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl:\u003c\/strong\u003e DCC\/Sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSound Decoder:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESU LokSound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrime Mover:\u003c\/strong\u003e EMD 16-645E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrototype Horsepower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,000 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Minimum Radius:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly detailed EMD GP38 body with railroad-specific exterior details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate Illinois Central Gulf orange and white paint scheme and lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately applied metal grab irons and handrails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraight metal side handrails with plastic stanchions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed underframe with traction motor cables and separately applied components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad-specific battery box doors and fuel tank details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee-through etched metal steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly detailed cab interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-appropriate dynamic brake and air filter details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCannon and Company licensed radiator fans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed truck sideframes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating headlights and rear lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional operating lighting where appropriate to the prototype\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed ESU LokSound DCC\/Sound decoder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoPower capacitor system for improved DCC operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIllinois Central Gulf EMD GP38 #9536\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRapido's Illinois Central Gulf GP38 #9536 captures the appearance of one of the railroad's versatile four-axle freight locomotives. The orange and white paint scheme, black lettering, and detailed EMD carbody make this model a recognizable addition to an ICG diesel roster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether assigned to local freight service, industrial switching, or general freight operations, this GP38 is well suited for HO scale layouts depicting Illinois Central Gulf railroading. Factory-installed DCC\/Sound and Rapido's extensive detailing provide both realistic appearance and operating capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Rapido Trains at Fusion Scale Hobbies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/rap-gp38\"\u003eRapido HO Scale EMD GP38 Locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e collection for additional road names, road numbers, and configurations. 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