{"product_id":"rapido-38574-emd-gp38-low-nose-union-pacific-2414-dash-3-rebuild-1997-dcc-sound-ho-scale","title":"Rapido 38574 EMD GP38 Low Nose Union Pacific #2414 Dash-3 Rebuild 1997+ DCC \u0026 Sound HO Scale","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:Arial,sans-serif; color:#1f2a35; line-height:1.8; max-width:900px; margin:0 auto; font-size:16px;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- HERO --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#f4fbfd,#ffffff); border-left:8px solid #45A1BB; padding:28px; margin-bottom:22px; border-radius:12px; box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color:#0c07e3; margin:0; font-size:34px; line-height:1.15;\"\u003e\n      Rapido EMD GP38 Low Nose with Extended Cab\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#45A1BB; margin:8px 0 14px; font-size:22px; font-weight:600;\"\u003e\n      DCC \u0026amp; ESU LokSound • HO Scale\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:17px; line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n      Rapido brings one of EMD's most versatile diesel locomotives to HO scale with an exceptional combination of road-specific accuracy, separately applied details, sophisticated lighting and sound. From its highly detailed cab and underframe to its etched steps, metal grab irons, licensed Cannon \u0026amp; Company fans and ESU LokSound system, this GP38 is designed to capture both the appearance and operating character of the prototype.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- QUICK SPECS --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f6f7; border:1px solid #d8dde2; border-left:8px solid #6c7a86; border-radius:12px; padding:22px 26px; margin:0 0 34px; box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.04);\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#34404a; margin:0 0 14px; font-size:21px;\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; font-size:15px; line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"width:210px; padding:3px 12px 3px 0; font-weight:bold; color:#34404a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 0; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eRapido Trains\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 12px 3px 0; font-weight:bold; color:#34404a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003ePrototype\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 0; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eEMD GP38\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 12px 3px 0; font-weight:bold; color:#34404a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 0; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eLow Nose with Extended Cab\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 12px 3px 0; font-weight:bold; color:#34404a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 0; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e2,000 HP Prototype\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 12px 3px 0; font-weight:bold; color:#34404a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eDCC \u0026amp; Sound\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 0; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eDCC \/ ESU LokSound\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 12px 3px 0; font-weight:bold; color:#34404a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eSuggested Minimum Radius\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 0; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e18\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 12px 3px 0; font-weight:bold; color:#34404a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eScale\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 0; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eHO Scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- PRODUCT OVERVIEW --\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0c07e3; margin:0; padding-bottom:8px; border-bottom:3px solid #45A1BB; font-size:24px;\"\u003e\n    Product Overview\n  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:16px; line-height:1.9;\"\u003e\n    The EMD GP38 earned a reputation as one of the most versatile locomotives of its generation. With 2,000 horsepower, four-axle construction and configurations that included both low and high short hoods, the GP38 became equally at home handling road freights, locals and yard assignments. Its successful design also helped establish the foundation for the EMD GP locomotives that followed.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:16px; line-height:1.9; margin-bottom:38px;\"\u003e\n    Rapido's HO scale interpretation goes well beyond simply capturing the basic shape of the locomotive. Road-specific details, correct fuel tank sizes, multiple stepwell and dynamic-brake configurations, an extensively detailed underframe and an impressive collection of factory-applied components allow the model to reflect the variations found among individual GP38s. Combined with DCC, ESU LokSound and Rapido's MoPower capacitor system, it is built to deliver an equally impressive experience on the layout.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- PROTOTYPE HISTORY --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#eef6fa; border:1px solid #b8dce8; border-left:8px solid #45A1BB; border-radius:12px; padding:28px; margin:0 0 38px; box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0c07e3; margin:0 0 16px; padding-bottom:10px; border-bottom:2px solid #45A1BB; font-size:24px;\"\u003e\n      The EMD GP38\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px; font-size:16px; line-height:1.9;\"\u003e\n      EMD manufactured 706 GP38 locomotives at its La Grange plant. During the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s, these four-axle locomotives became familiar sights across North America, serving Class I railroads in everything from road freight service to local switching and yard assignments.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:16px; line-height:1.9;\"\u003e\n      The GP38's usefulness extended well beyond its original service life. Many were rebuilt to -2 or -3 standards, with -3 upgrades incorporating updated electrical systems and computer microprocessors. Numerous GP38s continue to work for Class I railroads, regional carriers and short lines, while others have found new homes with tourist and museum operations.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- PRODUCT FEATURES --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#eef6fa; border:1px solid #b8dce8; border-left:8px solid #45A1BB; border-radius:12px; padding:28px; margin:0 0 38px; box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0c07e3; margin:0 0 18px; padding-bottom:10px; border-bottom:2px solid #45A1BB; font-size:24px;\"\u003e\n      Product Features\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:16px; line-height:1.9;\"\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        Road-specific details for each model\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        Rapido’s innovative dead straight metal side handrails with plastic stanchions\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        Incredible underframe detail including traction motor cables, air filters and a silly number of separately applied parts\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        Road-specific battery box doors\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        Conrail will have optional ditch lights provided in a polybag\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        Separate metal grab irons and handrails installed at the factory\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        Operating headlights, rear lights, white class lights, ditch lights and beacons (where appropriate)\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        Highly detailed cab interior\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        Correct fuel tank sizes per road number\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        Multiple styles of stepwells\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        See-through, etched steps\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        Suggested minimum radius: 18”\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        Separately applied wire grabs\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        Appropriate cab or nose headlights\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        Now featuring Cannon and Company licensed fans\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        Multiple dynamic-brake hatches and air filters\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px; margin-bottom:9px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        DC\/Silent (21-pin DCC Ready) or DC\/DCC\/ESU LokSound\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"position:relative; padding-left:22px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\n        MoPower capacitor system for uninterrupted DCC power\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- WHY WE LOVE --\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0c07e3; margin:0; padding-bottom:8px; border-bottom:3px solid #45A1BB; font-size:24px;\"\u003e\n    Why We Love This Model\n  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:16px; line-height:1.9; margin-bottom:38px;\"\u003e\n    The GP38 is exactly the kind of locomotive where Rapido's road-specific approach makes a difference. Rather than treating every paint scheme as the same locomotive underneath, Rapido accounts for details such as fuel tank size, battery box doors, stepwells, lighting arrangements, dynamic-brake hatches and air filters. Add the see-through etched steps, factory-installed metal details, Cannon and Company licensed fans, detailed cab and exceptionally busy underframe, and there is plenty to appreciate even before the locomotive starts moving. On the layout, ESU LokSound and the MoPower capacitor system complete a model designed to look, sound and operate like a premium locomotive should.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003c!-- CTA --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,#0c07e3,#2D8DAA); color:#ffffff; padding:24px 28px; border-radius:12px; box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffffff; margin:0 0 10px; font-size:24px;\"\u003e\n      Put a Workhorse on Your Railroad\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:16px; line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n      From road freights and locals to switching assignments, the EMD GP38 belongs almost anywhere on a diesel-era railroad. Rapido's combination of road-specific detailing, premium construction, extensive lighting, ESU LokSound and smooth DCC operation makes this a standout choice for an HO scale locomotive fleet.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50345502507146,"sku":"606-38574","price":329.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/3954\/7786\/files\/2412.png?v=1779669596","url":"https:\/\/denvertrains.com\/products\/rapido-38574-emd-gp38-low-nose-union-pacific-2414-dash-3-rebuild-1997-dcc-sound-ho-scale","provider":"Denver Model Trains      ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}