O BL2 Diesel C&EI
Product Information
In 1948, EMD’s Division of GM debuted a new concept to American railroads; the BL-2 locomotive. Offered as an all-purpose solution for “Branch Line” service, it was a redesigned car body on a modified F-3 chassis. It offered the engineer greater visibility to the rear of the locomotive. They were costly to build and maintain, but the idea was revolutionary, making this locomotive a historical milestone towards the development of the prolific GP series introduced the following year. Only 59 units in total were built. Several are preserved in museums and a few are still used to pull scenic railroads.
- navigates 0-27 curves
- length 15″, height 4″
- 4 wheel trucks with traction tires
- powered by dual motors, flywheel coasting action
- all metal gears and wheels
- electronic 6-amp reverse board
- True Blast II™ digital horn and bell
- durable ABS plastic shell
- die-cast trucks, truck sides, pilots, and fuel tank
- dual headlights
- die-cast operating couplers
- 19 individually installed grab irons and handrails
