{"product_id":"athg-1971","title":"Athearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 Union Pacific UP #2738 Phase I - DCC Ready – ATHG-1971","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 Union Pacific UP #2738 - DCC Ready\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a distinctive piece of Union Pacific Railroad diesel history to your model railroad with the \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 UP #2738\u003c\/strong\u003e. This premium Phase I four-axle diesel locomotive represents a former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson road switcher acquired by Union Pacific during the late 1990s, featuring accurate railroad lettering, prototype-specific exterior details, and the precision performance of Athearn's Genesis locomotive series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied \u003cstrong\u003eDCC Ready with a 21-pin NEM decoder connector\u003c\/strong\u003e, Union Pacific #2738 operates on conventional DC power as delivered and allows model railroaders to install their preferred compatible DCC decoder. Its newly tooled D\u0026amp;H-style walkway and fuel tank, tall front ditch lights, Nathan 5-chime horn, and large Sinclair antenna make it an excellent addition to a detailed Union Pacific diesel locomotive roster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUnion Pacific UP #2738 - Former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson GP39-2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the late 1990s, Union Pacific acquired a group of former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson 7601-series EMD GP39-2 locomotives to supplement its fleet of dependable four-axle road switchers. These locomotives retained distinctive characteristics from their original Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson service while receiving modifications for Union Pacific operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally built during the 1970s, the EMD GP39-2 combined a turbocharged 12-cylinder EMD 645E3 diesel engine with a four-axle design, producing approximately 2,300 horsepower. The locomotive offered an efficient alternative to larger diesel road power while remaining versatile enough for local freight, switching, and transfer assignments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing their acquisition, Union Pacific equipped these former D\u0026amp;H locomotives with additional safety equipment, including tall front-mounted ditch lights. The locomotives continued serving Union Pacific until they were eventually sold to other operators by the mid-2010s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthearn Genesis accurately recreates UP #2738 with its original Phase I body and former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson characteristics, including the distinctive walkway and fuel tank arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUnion Pacific UP #2738 Prototype-Specific Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Union Pacific Railroad paint and lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly Phase I EMD GP39-2 locomotive body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormer Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson locomotive configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly tooled D\u0026amp;H-style walkway and fuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall front-mounted ditch lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall EMD front plow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNathan 5-chime locomotive horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge Sinclair radio antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed fuel tank components and underbody equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated locomotive number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-appropriate exterior detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDCC Ready with 21-Pin NEM Quick Plug Connector\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis Union Pacific GP39-2 #2738\u003c\/strong\u003e features Athearn's Quick Plug decoder interface with a 21-pin NEM connector, providing a convenient option for model railroaders who want to install their own compatible aftermarket DCC decoder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis version operates on conventional DC power as supplied and does not include a factory-installed sound decoder or speakers. It is suitable for traditional DC layouts or future DCC conversion using the modeler's preferred decoder equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory DCC Ready configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConventional DC operation out of the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e21-pin NEM decoder connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick Plug decoder installation interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with appropriately selected aftermarket DCC decoders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed LED locomotive lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated locomotive number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo factory-installed sound decoder or speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eModel railroaders planning a custom DCC\/Sound installation can use the decoder interface as a starting point for adding a compatible sound decoder and the necessary speaker equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium Athearn Genesis HO Scale GP39-2 Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthearn Genesis locomotives combine exceptional prototype detailing with precision mechanical engineering for smooth, dependable HO scale model railroad operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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 reliable current collection\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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed walkway tread and drop steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched metal fan grilles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee-through cab windows with detailed cab interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed fuel tank fillers, gauges, and breather pipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrainline 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 for popular HO scale track systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum recommended operating radius of 18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Union Pacific Local Freight and Switching Operations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe EMD GP39-2 is an excellent choice for HO scale layouts representing Union Pacific freight operations from the late 1990s through the early 2010s. Its four-axle configuration and mid-horsepower design make it suitable for local freight trains, industrial switching, yard transfers, and multiple-unit diesel locomotive consists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUP #2738 is particularly appealing to model railroaders interested in locomotives with unusual ownership histories. Its former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson body configuration and Union Pacific modifications provide a distinctive addition to a diesel locomotive fleet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore additional \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/athearn-genesis-ho-scale-emd-gp39-2-locomotives\"\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e for more Union Pacific, BNSF, Santa Fe, and other railroad paint schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our premium \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/athearn-genesis\"\u003eAthearn Genesis collection\u003c\/a\u003e for highly detailed 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\n\u003ch2\u003eAthearn Genesis GP39-2 Union Pacific UP #2738 Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\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-1971\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 Union Pacific Railroad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReporting Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e UP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2738\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrototype Heritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early Phase I\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWalkway and Fuel Tank:\u003c\/strong\u003e D\u0026amp;H Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorn:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nathan 5-Chime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large Sinclair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDitch Lights:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tall Front-Mounted\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 Quick Plug\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\u003eWheel Arrangement:\u003c\/strong\u003e B-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrucks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blomberg\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 Late 1990s–Mid-2010s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShop Athearn Genesis HO Scale Diesel Locomotives at Fusion Scale Hobbies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the Athearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 Union Pacific UP #2738 DCC Ready locomotive to your model railroad fleet. 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