Broadway Limited Imports 10009 EMD GP35 Denver & Rio Grande Western DRGW #3042 As-Delivered Paragon4 Sound HO Scale

Product Overview

The Broadway Limited Imports EMD GP35 brings one of the most recognizable transitional-era road diesels to HO scale with premium detailing, road-specific accuracy, and the advanced sound and control capabilities of the Paragon4 system. Denver & Rio Grande Western #3042 is finished in its distinctive as-delivered scheme, making it an excellent choice for Rio Grande modelers, classic Western freight layouts, and collectors of historic EMD diesel power.

Electro-Motive Division introduced the GP35 during the mid-1960s as a four-axle, general-purpose locomotive powered by the 16-cylinder EMD 567D3A prime mover. Rated at 2,500 horsepower, the GP35 represented an important step in the evolution of EMD's road-switcher lineup and helped bridge the gap between earlier first-generation diesels and the highly successful locomotive designs that followed.

More than 1,300 GP35 locomotives were produced for railroads across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Their flexible four-axle design made them suitable for manifest freight, local service, transfer assignments, and operation in mixed locomotive consists. The type could be found working for many of North America's best-known railroads, giving it a broad operational history across multiple regions and eras.

The Denver & Rio Grande Western was renowned for moving freight through some of the most demanding railroad territory in North America. Famous for its mountain routes, dramatic scenery, and slogan “Through the Rockies, Not Around Them,” the Rio Grande built a powerful diesel fleet capable of handling steep grades and challenging operating conditions. GP35 locomotives such as #3042 provided versatile four-axle power for freight assignments throughout the railroad's system.

The as-delivered appearance of #3042 captures the locomotive early in its Rio Grande career, before later modifications, weathering, and rebuilding altered the appearance of many long-serving units. Its bold railroad identity and classic EMD profile make it a natural fit for period freight consists, mountain operations, and broader collections of Rio Grande motive power.

Broadway Limited Imports has equipped this model with newly tooled, road-specific components selected to reflect the prototype accurately. Combined with premium paint, separately applied details, independently controllable lighting, a precision drive mechanism, and Paragon4 sound, this GP35 is designed to look impressive on display and perform smoothly in regular layout service.