The General Electric U30C locomotive was put into production in 1966, replacing the similar looking U28C. Offering 200 more horsepower than its predecessor, the U30C allowed GE to compete with the EMD’s SD40 in the horsepower race. The U30C proved to be very popular, selling 600 units during its 10 year production span, making it the best selling Universal Series GE locomotive.
This new model from Atlas represents a Phase 1 U30C. The primary spotting feature is constant width long hood (later phase models featured a wider radiator section), as well as various radiator intake arrangements. Note that Atlas also offers the later Phase 2 and Phase 3 models, so the Phase 1 allows you to select the most accurate U30C for your favorite railroad.
Features:
- All new tooling.
- Etched metal grilles.
- Several cab, headlight and nose light variations to accurately match the prototype.
- Newly tooled Adirondack truck sideframes.
- Separately applied details parts.
- New! Factory equipped with metal knuckle couplers.
- DC and Sound versions available.
Atlas Silver Series Features:
- NMRA 21-pin plug for DCC.
