EMD SD9 - Standard DC

Power up your HO freight operations with Walthers Proto SD9 diesels!
 
The debut of the SD9 in 1954 marked the next step forward for EMD's Special Duty line of six-axle diesels, and introduced the new 567C prime mover delivering 1,750 horsepower. Ideal for demanding assignments in helper, yard, transfer and heavy freight service, with its weight spread over six axles, the SD9 was also well suited to branch line duties. By the time production ended in 1959, 515 SD9s were in service on over a dozen railroads and some are still going strong!
 
From superb paint and lettering to era- and railroad-specific details, WalthersProto SD9s come ready for service and feature:
One time run of these road numbers, order now - limited quantity available
Prototypes in service 1954 to the present - several preserved today
Used in helper, yard, transfer, heavy freight and branch line service
Road- and era-specific details
Formed wire grab irons
Etched-metal loift rings
21-pin DCC plug
Correct size RP-25 metal wheels
All-wheel drive and electrical pick up
5 pole, skew-wound, high-torque, high-efficiency can motor
Helical gears with 14:1 ratio for smooth, quiet running
Easy multiple-unit operation
Superb paint and lettering
Warm white LED constant and directional headlights
Heavy die-cast metal underframe
Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers

 
Road-specific features of this WalthersProto replica include:
Brass Leslie RS-3L air horn w/photo-etched GN-style horn bracket
Brass Firecracker radio antenna
Long hood w/48" fans
Roof-mounted bell
Large winterization hatch w/photo-etched grille and GN-style walkway
Fuel tank breather pipe
Rolled-style handrail stanchions
Drop steps
Pilots w/footboards and MU cable boxes
Pyle dual sealed-beam headlights
Nondynamic long hood
2 all-weather windows w/"glass"