The Rapido Trains HO Scale VIA F40PH-2D is based on the diesels that have been the face of passenger train travel in Canada since the 1980s. These locomotives were built by the General Motors Diesel Division in London, Ontario, between 1986 and 1989. They feature a desktop control stand (hence the "D" in the designation); a unique fuel tank and underframe arrangement, a carbody design with custom panel and door locations and numerous other Canadian-only details. In 2010 VIA Rail Canada contracted CAD Railway Industries in Lachine, Quebec, to rebuild its F40 locomotive fleet. This involved removal of the HEP (Head End Power) alternator and installation of a separate HEP generator in the rear of the locomotive. At the same time the locomotive was given VIA's green, gray and yellow Renaissance paint scheme first seen on the P42DC locomotives in 2001. By the end of 2012 all 52 F40PH-2D locomotives had been rebuilt. This Rapido model features railroad-specific and phase-specific details, appropriate lighting packages and Rapido semi-scale knuckle couplers on both ends. The smooth-running drive features a five-pole motor with dual flywheels, backed up with the MoPower capacitor system for uninterrupted operation. This standard DC model is DCC ready with a 21-pin interface in the locomotive for easy conversion. The F40PH-2D is part of the line of Rapido Trains HO Scale locomotives.