EMD GP30 Low Nose - Sound and DCC - Paragon4(TM) -- BNSF Railway #2820 (GP39-2R; orange, black; Wedge Logo)

This Broadway Limited HO Scale EMD GP30 locomotive is based on the four-axle diesel-electric locomotive built by EMD in the early1960s. A total of 948 units were built for railroads in the United States and Canada. The GP30s were designed to compete with GE's U25B. The U25B offered 2500 horsepower, while the existing EMD GP20 was only rated at 2,000 hp. The EMD's engineering department ended up using a 16 cylinder 567D3 engine that produced 2250 hp for the GP30. They also made several improvements to the GP20 design meant to match the U25B - a sealed airtight long hood, a single central air intake, and easier access for maintenance. These changes required more space behind the cab, and this was achieved vertically by raising the height of the locomotive, providing space for the central air system, the turbocharger, and electrical cabinet. This increased height meant a new body was required. EMD wanted the new body to be modern and updated, so the GM Automotive Styling Center created th