{"product_id":"athg-1968","title":"Athearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 BNSF #2735 Phase IIB - DCC Ready – ATHG-1968","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 BNSF #2735 Phase IIB - DCC Ready\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpand your modern BNSF diesel locomotive fleet with the \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 BNSF #2735\u003c\/strong\u003e. This highly detailed Phase IIB four-axle diesel locomotive represents a former Burlington Northern GP39-2 operating under BNSF Railway ownership, featuring updated railroad paint and prototype-specific equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for model railroaders seeking exceptional realism, this \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis DCC Ready GP39-2\u003c\/strong\u003e features a Phase II body with corrugated radiator grilles, Q fans, a cab-mounted headlight, and distinctive skate-style cab antennas. Its premium Genesis drivetrain, LED lighting, and carefully reproduced details make it an excellent addition to HO scale freight operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBNSF #2735 - Former Burlington Northern GP39-2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1981, Burlington Northern ordered 40 late-production EMD GP39-2 locomotives. These four-axle road switchers were designed to provide efficient diesel power for local freight, yard assignments, and general railroad service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the 1995 merger that created BNSF Railway, many former Burlington Northern GP39-2 locomotives continued operating in their original paint schemes. By the late 2010s, BNSF began repainting portions of its former BN GP39-2 fleet into updated corporate colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthearn Genesis reproduces BNSF #2735 with the distinctive characteristics of this later GP39-2 design, including road-number-specific details that distinguish it from earlier Santa Fe GP39-2u rebuilds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrototype-Specific BNSF #2735 Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic BNSF Railway paint and lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhase IIB \/ Phase II GP39-2 body configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrugated radiator grilles and Q-style cooling fans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-specific cab-mounted headlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive skate-style cab antennas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge locomotive exhaust stack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront and rear ditch lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoved class lights matching the prototype\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNose-mounted electronic brake equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectronic bell detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-specific exterior equipment arrangements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated locomotive number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium Athearn Genesis HO Scale Locomotive Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO GP39-2\u003c\/strong\u003e combines finely reproduced locomotive components with precision mechanical engineering for smooth, reliable operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly detailed HO scale (1:87) diesel locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive-pole skew-wound motor with precision-machined flywheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-link drivetrain with all-wheel drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-wheel electrical pickup for dependable performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy die-cast frame for improved traction and pulling power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic LED locomotive lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed wire grab irons, lift rings, and windshield wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine-scale Celcon handrails and detailed walkway tread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched metal fan grilles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed cab interior with see-through windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed Blomberg trucks with appropriate bearing caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed fuel tank with fuel fillers, gauges, and breather pipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic trainline hoses, MU hoses, and coupler cut levers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody-mounted McHenry scale knuckle couplers compatible with Kadee couplers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRP25 wheel contours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum recommended operating radius of 18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDCC Ready with 21-Pin NEM Decoder Interface\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis BNSF #2735 GP39-2\u003c\/strong\u003e is supplied DCC Ready without factory-installed sound. Athearn Quick Plug technology includes a 21-pin NEM connector for installing a compatible DCC decoder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe locomotive operates on conventional DC layouts as supplied, making it an excellent choice for model railroaders who prefer traditional DC control or plan to upgrade their locomotive to DCC in the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Modern BNSF Freight and Switching Operations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EMD GP39-2 is particularly well suited for HO scale layouts depicting modern BNSF local freight trains, industrial switching, yard transfers, and mixed locomotive consists. Its four-axle configuration and distinctive late-production body make it an excellent choice for modeling contemporary railroad operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse additional \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/athearn-genesis-ho-scale-emd-gp39-2-locomotives\"\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e to expand your roster with more road numbers and railroad paint schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/athearn-genesis\"\u003eAthearn Genesis collection\u003c\/a\u003e for premium diesel locomotives and rolling stock, or discover additional \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/athearn\"\u003eAthearn model trains\u003c\/a\u003e at Fusion Scale Hobbies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAthearn Genesis GP39-2 BNSF #2735 Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Athearn Genesis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e ATHG-1968\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e HO Scale (1:87)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocomotive:\u003c\/strong\u003e EMD GP39-2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRailroad:\u003c\/strong\u003e BNSF Railway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2735\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrototype Heritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Former Burlington Northern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phase IIB \/ Phase II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrilles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corrugated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC \/ DCC Ready\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoder Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21-Pin NEM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory Sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Equipped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e LED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Radius:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Era:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2010–Present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShop Athearn Genesis HO Scale Diesel Locomotives at Fusion Scale Hobbies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the Athearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 BNSF #2735 to your modern diesel locomotive fleet. 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