Southern Pacific SD40R #7312 *Photo Intense*

[espeestacktrain]

Well, I haven't posted a project in a while, so I figured I would give you all a little insight into my latest project.

I am modeling 7312 not too long after she was rebuilt, so she will still have the full front and rear light show. I am not sure yet if I am going to install full lighting or just add MV lenses.

I have made some pretty decent progress overall, while not pictured I do have the new cannon nose installed now, and I am working on the dynamic section (from an Atlas SDP35), as well as some of the smaller details. I do plan on installing Cannon tread plate, cannon steps, and I will most likely be using the Railflyer handrail stanchions and brass wire for the rail.

Anyhow, enjoy!!! ;D

[antlorch]

John that is a good start you have there.I like the looks of the Kodachrome in the back,maybe later you can show us that one also...

[espeestacktrain]

Thank you Anthony!!! And yes, I will eventually get some better pics of the Koda than the ones that I have now and post them. ;D

[spshastaroute]

Is that a Kato shell/chassis?

[espeestacktrain]

mike, nope... thats a good ol' Athearn RTR undec.

[kcs1967]

Very Nice!!

[conrailnut2484]

got to admit those new athearn undecs are nice specially if you want to add cannon parts cant wait to see this is good ole SP paint

[Randy Earle]

Looks like a fun build. ;D

[espeestacktrain]

Thank you Justin, Mike, and Randy! ;D You know, you would be surprised at you can do with the Athearn RTR's!! I've scrapped most of the really crude details on the shell, obviously the cab was a big one. LOL

I've also replaced the dynamic housing with one from an Atlas SDP35, and that in and of itself, makes a HUGE difference!!!

As a few others here have pointed out, for as thick and our of proportion as some of the detailing is on these shells, with a bit of work, one can end up with quite a nice locomotive. ;D