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Atlas HO scale GP40-2 road diesel
I purchased a GP40-2 w/sound recently and I agree with the review - it is an excellent engine. I have an NCE system and had no trouble changing to a 4 digit address when I programmed it on the main.
I have the GT GP40 model and I am very happy with my purchase
I bought 3 gold series units, 2 CP and 1 Chessie. They run very smooth and are very controlable without altering from factory defaults. Only thing ive changed is address. The prog track booster i have makes this easier i suspect. Sound is impressive, especialy key 9, “sound of power”, realy impressive with a consist of them. You’l want to turn 'em down abit as they will rattle your windws and ears! The sound IMO has got to be the most impressive there is at the moment. I would like to hear anything better! Only gripe i have with these is the strange chunky wind sheild wipers Atlas always use but thats easily corrected and im being picky. Its a great model and Il get more of them without a doubt.
I purchased an Atlas Gold Series GP40-2 … had no problem entering a 4-digit address (I use CVP’s Easy DCC) … runs GREAT and the sound is TERRIFIC!
I just recently purchased two Atlas Gold series GP38-2 and if the GP40-2 are as good looking as the 38-2 then Atlas has a winner. However there is one draw back, that is in changing the locomotive address from factory set 3 to a four digit address. The instruction are very vague. QSI decoders are difficlut to address in four digits.
I purchased the gold edition,.I have wanted this engine and paint scheme for a long while, … it is most excellant.!! A work of kinetic art. I am really pleased. The craftsmanship is topshelf. I will be closely watching Atlas for more products. (Too many engines still ain’t enough) I Have already locked in a h600 switcher.
very nice. The GP 40 is a common locomotive seen everywhere. I would love to see a Guilford road piant scheme sometime soon. I’m planning to do a contemporary layout of Mid- Maine> I’ll be looking for Guilford equipment.
Will there be any other roads available? For example NJ Transit
I have two of these GT GP40-2 locos Gold series with DCC & sound and I am extremely pleased with them. They run great and the sound is amazing. My only difficulty has been trying to do a consist of a GP40-2 with any other Atlas or Kato locomotives. Any suggestions ?
I have 3 units, and had no problem setting the decoder addresses, all to 4 digits. I’m using Digitrax and used the instructions in the Digitrax manual.
I now have four of these, two Silver and two Gold and love them all. I love the Gyra light effect and the sound is great, as I’d expect from QSI. Atlas did it right with this one. Programming was very simple and straight forward. I also use Digitrax and Decoder Pro for all my programming. Four digit addressing was no problem, nor was setting all the sound volumns. Another smooth running loco, as I’ve come to expect from Atlas. I only wish QSI would make their sound decoders so the user could do manual rpm adjustments, like with Soundtraxx. Overall, an excellent offering.
Unfortunately, not a loco I’m inclined to purchase. It’s not available in my favorite road name (Southern Pacific). Painting an undec is not an option for me.
Will any Canadian road name schemes be offered?
Sounds like an impressive model! But, where are the SP units?
I have a CSX GP40-2 and it is a great running loco.Another Quality Atlas product we can depend on.
Sounds like great locomotive - Can’t afford one at this time. Wish I could!
I love this engine but I also found the address difficult to change, after some time though I did get it done. I grew up around Grand Trunk and worked for them, this engine is a perfect match.
Recently purchased a Gold Series CSX GP40-2 and was very impressed with the smooth operation and excellent sound system. The factory setting for the horn is a little to loud and causes some minor distortion and speaker vibration. I will lower the volumn some, but it sure does get everyones attention. Overall an excellent locomotive and I highly recommend it to anyone considering purchasing one.
My preference in DCC locomotives is always Atlas. I’m sure many more of these units could be sold if lettered SP. I hope I don’t have to wait too long!