Proto 2000 HO # 31036-GP-38-2 Diesel Locomotive Undecorated- IOB

Pricing & History

Sold for
Start Free Trial or Sign In to see what it's worth.
Sold Date
Source eBay

Proto 2000 HO # 31036-GP-38-2 Diesel Locomotive Undecorated- IOBBaron von Plastic- Model Trains- Model Kits At Discount Prices Product DescriptionThis is a new old stock HO scale Proto 2000 GP38-2 diesel locomotive. It is unused in the original box, all detail parts in factory wrap. There are no papers, so I can't say that it is DCC ready or has DCC- there is a DCC label on the box bottom, but that is the only reference I see to it anywhere.In the 60s EMD identified the need for a medium-horsepower roadswitcher with no turbocharger for improved reliability. With the rack settings on its 16-cylinder 645 prime mover set at a very conservative 2,000 horsepower, tried-and-true traction motors and other components, the GP38 was designed for reliability in all kinds of service. The locomotive sold well, but the addition of easy-to-maintain modular electronics made its successor the GP38-2 the runaway favorite with 2,188 locos sold. The externally identical GP38AC with an AC generator accounted for another 240 sales. GP38-2 production began in 1972 and lasted through 1987.Late-production GP38-2s constructed beginning in 1977 came equipped with an 88" long low nose; this model is based on these units. Fuel tank size was specified by the customer and units came equipped with Blomberg M truck, although many were built with reconditioned standard Blomberg trucks from traded-in units. The GP38-2 could be found in all kinds of service from hauling road and wayfreights to ushering commuter (on the Long Island Railroad) and long-distance passenger trains (Mexican steam generator-equipped models) across the railroad. Hundreds could also be found in local, yard and heavy industrial switching service. In recent years, they fetch a pretty penny on the used locomotive market - if their original Class I owners ever get rid of them. The model was so successful that even in 2006 some Class I roads were still purchasing remanufactured/rebuilt units built to GP38-2 standards. Many have been rebuilt and still serve for their original owners, others have gone on to shortlines and regional roads.* Dynamic Brake Option (As Appropriate)* Magnetic Knuckle Couplers* Dual Machined Brass Flywheels* Limited-AvailabilityI recently bought out the entire inventory of a well known train dealer and customizer from here in New England, Randy's Customs. He was (and is) a real artist and was famous for the high quality work he did customizing trains with hard to find numbers and paint schemes- better than what you would get from the factory. He was also very particular about the quality of the stock and locos he used, so you'll find these are all high quality pieces. In addition to his work, he also had an extensive collection of high quality factory locomotives and rolling stock. I'll be offering this beautiful inventory over the next few weeks at great prices. Many are one of a kind items that cannot be duplicated. There are also many undecorated/unpainted pieces that he used as a basis for his work, so you can do your own customizing of the trains with your particular interests.Add me as a favorite seller to be the first to know about new items! I list new discount items almost daily.PLEASE READ THE FINE PRINT REGARDING PAYMENT AND SHIPPINGAbout Condition: Many of my items are from overstocks, collections, dealer buyouts, or closeouts. I list most items as "used" even though they may have never been retailed or pre-owned. Please carefully read the description. My "Dent & Ding" items are new from the factory but will have some defects in the packaging with good, useable, or buildable contents. An item marked "NOS" refers to new old stock, an item that is as new, in its original packaging - these items very often come from buyouts of dealer stock, and may have been stored for long periods of time and are not currently available from normal distribution. I will sometimes use the accepted collectible rating scale of C1-10 with 10 being mint ( I rarely use this as hardly anything is mint to certain people, bu... read more

Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members’ research needs.

Flag item for content or copyright

If this item contains incorrect or inappropriate information please contact us here to flag it for review.

If you are the originator/copyright holder of this photo/item and would prefer it be excluded from our community, contact us here for removal.