MTH ELECTRIC TRAINS

A streamlined version of the GS-1, the GS-2 Northern steam locomotives were the fulfillment of Southern Pacific's need for an engine that could withstand extended runs. 4-8-4 Northerns were born on the Northern Pacific railroad in 1926 and were known for their force on the road. More power was generated from the standard eight drivers than from engines with fewer driving wheels. With the support of four trailing wheels, the engine boasted a large firebox which increased boiler capacity. The M.T.H. Premier line models the Southern Pacific and Western Pacific prototypes. The Southern Pacific GS-2 came out in 1937 with cabs numbered 4410-4415. Its engine had to have the muscle to pull a 12-car, 626-ton train at high speeds over long distances. A 4-8-4 was the logical choice. Western Pacific ended its era of steam-powered engines with the Lima Locomotive Works-built GS-64 Northern. Did You Know? The color scheme of the Southern Pacific was picked to reflect colors seen along California's coast - the vivid red-tinted sunset that lay over the Pacific Ocean and the vibrant orange fields of poppies.