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Athearn Genesis HO GEN GP38-2 Locomotive, MP #2285
Athearn Genesis - ATHG-3386
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The Missouri Pacific Railroad (MP) began acquiring EMD GP38-2 locomotives in 1972, purchasing a large fleet to handle a wide variety of freight assignments across its system. In 1980, the railroad expanded its roster by acquiring additional secondhand GP38-2 locomotives that had originally been built for the financially troubled Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad. These locomotives were repainted into Missouri Pacificâs distinctive âJenks Blueâ livery and became integral members of the railroadâs four-axle diesel fleet.
The Missouri Pacific Railroad (MP) began acquiring EMD GP38-2 locomotives in 1972, purchasing a large fleet to handle a wide variety of freight assignments across its system. In 1980, the railroad expanded its roster by acquiring additional secondhand GP38-2 locomotives that had originally been built for the financially troubled Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad. These locomotives were repainted into Missouri Pacificâs distinctive âJenks Blueâ livery and became integral members of the railroadâs four-axle diesel fleet.