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Southern Pacific GP60

SP/SSW GP60's came in 6 separate orders, with several detail variations and 3 paint schemes. One major spotting difference between early and late orders; was the dynamic hatch. Labeled by railfans as Phase 1 (rounded construction) and Phase II (angled construction).

Models available:

• N Scale:
  • ?

• HO Scale:
  • LifeLike
  • Athearn GP60 kit #4756 in Speed Lettering
  • Athearn
  • Rail Power Products shell/chassis

• O Scale:
  • Atlas 'O'

model References:

• Railroad Model Craftsman, - Mar '93 Page 71, - Plans for a Phase II GP60.
• Model Railroader, Feb '93, Page 74, - GP50 to SP GP60 conversion article.
• Model Railroading Jun '95, Page 41, - This is needed to build a Phase I dynamic hatch.
• Model Railroading Aug '95, Page 42, - Diesel Detail Close-up SP GP60.