Shop Athearn Genesis HO Scale GE P42DC Locomotives at Fusion Scale Hobbies. Built for modelers looking to recreate modern North American passenger operations, these premium HO scale locomotives capture the distinctive appearance of the General Electric P42DC with prototype-specific details, accurate paint schemes, powerful Genesis performance, and advanced lighting and sound options.
The prototype GE P42DC, commonly known as the Genesis, became one of the most recognizable passenger locomotives in North America. Producing 4,250 horsepower and capable of speeds up to 110 mph, P42 locomotives have powered both short- and long-distance passenger trains across the continent. Athearn Genesis recreates these locomotives with detailed cab interiors, extensive underbody piping and equipment, complete pilot detailing, and road-specific features appropriate to the prototype.
Athearn Genesis P42 locomotives feature a proven Genesis motor paired with a heavy die-cast frame for excellent pulling power and smooth operation. LED headlights, ditch lights, and marker lights provide realistic illumination, while available DCC/Sound models add a SoundTraxx Tsunami2 decoder and dual speakers for realistic locomotive sounds and advanced DCC functionality.
HO Scale
GE P42DC passenger locomotive
Athearn Genesis premium locomotive series
Prototype-specific body and road-name details
Detailed cab interior with controls and seating
Extensive underbody piping and equipment
Detailed pilots and separately applied components
Genesis motor and heavy die-cast frame
LED headlights, ditch lights, and marker lights
Available DCC/Sound models with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound
Shop Athearn Genesis HO Scale GE P42DC Locomotives at Fusion Scale Hobbies. Built for modelers looking to recreate modern North American passenger operations, these premium HO scale locomotives capture the distinctive appearance of the General Electric P42DC with prototype-specific details, accurate paint schemes, powerful Genesis performance, and advanced lighting and sound options.
The prototype GE P42DC, commonly known as the Genesis, became one of the most recognizable passenger locomotives in North America. Producing 4,250 horsepower and capable of speeds up to 110 mph, P42 locomotives have powered both short- and long-distance passenger trains across the continent. Athearn Genesis recreates these locomotives with detailed cab interiors, extensive underbody piping and equipment, complete pilot detailing, and road-specific features appropriate to the prototype.
Athearn Genesis P42 locomotives feature a proven Genesis motor paired with a heavy die-cast frame for excellent pulling power and smooth operation. LED headlights, ditch lights, and marker lights provide realistic illumination, while available DCC/Sound models add a SoundTraxx Tsunami2 decoder and dual speakers for realistic locomotive sounds and advanced DCC functionality.
HO Scale
GE P42DC passenger locomotive
Athearn Genesis premium locomotive series
Prototype-specific body and road-name details
Detailed cab interior with controls and seating
Extensive underbody piping and equipment
Detailed pilots and separately applied components
Genesis motor and heavy die-cast frame
LED headlights, ditch lights, and marker lights
Available DCC/Sound models with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound
