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- New Commuter-version F40PH locomotives have retooled bodies with over-cab A/C units and illuminated ditch lights Powerful five pole motor with all wheel electrical pickup and blackened wheels Directional Golden White LED headlights and illuminated preprinted number boards Equipped with shock absorber construction for smooth and prototypical motion on the track Drop in DCC compatible with the Train Control Systems K0D8-C and Digitrax DN163K0D decoders
From the Manufacturer The EMD F40PH has had a long history throughout the 70's and 80's as a short range passenger locomotive. Being put into service originally on Amtrak, many local passenger services, such as Caltrain, ordered these locomotives for commuter operations. As of 2012, Caltrain has a fleet of more than 20 F40PH variants which operate Bi-level cars around San Francisco and Santa Clara on a daily basis.
