The new N scale locomotive is modeled after Electro Motive Division's 2000 horsepower GP-38 diesel introduced in the late 1960's and early 1970's and is still in service today throughout North America.
 
Atlas GP38 features a dual-flywheel-equipped five-pole skewed armature motor with a low friction mechanism, directional headlights, painted safety rails, blackened metal wheels AccuMate(R) knuckle couplers, and high or low short hood and dynamic brake details as appropriate for each roadname.