Athearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 WAMX Wisconsin & Southern 35th Anniversary #3928 - DCC Ready

Celebrate Wisconsin railroad history with the Athearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 WAMX #3928 Wisconsin & Southern 35th Anniversary locomotive. Featuring a distinctive commemorative paint scheme honoring the Wisconsin & Southern Railroad's 35th anniversary, this premium four-axle diesel locomotive combines striking railroad graphics with Athearn's exceptional Genesis detailing and precision drivetrain.

Representing a former Delaware & Hudson GP39-2 operating in Wisconsin & Southern service, WAMX #3928 features an early Phase I body, revised D&H-style walkway and fuel tank, and prototype-specific exterior details. This DCC Ready model is an excellent addition to HO scale regional railroad layouts, modern freight operations, and commemorative locomotive collections.

Wisconsin & Southern 35th Anniversary GP39-2 #3928

Wisconsin & Southern Railroad has played an important role in regional freight transportation throughout Wisconsin, connecting industries, agricultural customers, and local communities to the broader North American rail network.

WAMX #3928 represents a former Delaware & Hudson EMD GP39-2 that became part of the Wisconsin & Southern locomotive fleet through Watco. Wearing a special 35th Anniversary paint scheme, this locomotive celebrates the railroad's history while continuing the tradition of distinctive regional railroad motive power.

Athearn Genesis reproduces the commemorative appearance of WAMX #3928 with carefully applied graphics, realistic body details, and locomotive-specific equipment.

Prototype-Specific WAMX #3928 Features

• Wisconsin & Southern 35th Anniversary commemorative paint scheme
• WAMX reporting marks and road number 3928
• Early Phase I EMD GP39-2 locomotive body
• Newly tooled revised Delaware & Hudson-style walkway and fuel tank
• Prototype-specific Nathan 3-chime horn
• Roof-mounted air conditioning unit
• Front and rear ditch lights
• Small EMD front plow
• Accurately applied railroad graphics and lettering
• Illuminated locomotive number boards
• Road-specific exterior details

Premium Athearn Genesis HO Scale Locomotive Features

The Athearn Genesis GP39-2 Phase I features precision mechanical engineering and factory-installed details designed to deliver realistic appearance and dependable performance on HO scale model railroads.

• Highly detailed HO scale (1:87) diesel locomotive construction
• Five-pole skew-wound motor with precision-machined flywheels
• Multi-link drivetrain with all-wheel drive
• All-wheel electrical pickup for reliable operation
• Heavy die-cast frame for improved traction and pulling power
• Realistic LED locomotive lighting
• Illuminated number boards
• Factory-installed wire grab irons, lift rings, and windshield wipers
• Fine-scale Celcon handrails and detailed walkway tread
• Etched metal fan grilles
• Detailed cab interior with see-through windows
• Detailed Blomberg trucks with appropriate bearing caps
• Realistic fuel tank details, air lines, and MU hoses
• Body-mounted McHenry scale knuckle couplers compatible with Kadee couplers
• RP25 wheel contours for compatibility with popular HO scale track systems
• Minimum recommended operating radius of 18 inches

DCC Ready with 21-Pin NEM Decoder Connector

This Athearn Genesis WAMX #3928 GP39-2 is supplied DCC Ready without factory-installed sound. It features Athearn Quick Plug technology with a 21-pin NEM connector, allowing model railroaders to install a compatible DCC decoder of their choice.

The locomotive operates on conventional DC layouts as supplied, while providing the flexibility to upgrade to digital command control for advanced locomotive operation and supported lighting functions.

Model Wisconsin & Southern Regional Freight Operations

The EMD GP39-2 is an excellent choice for HO scale layouts representing Wisconsin & Southern Railroad freight service, regional switching assignments, industrial operations, and mixed diesel locomotive consists. Its four-axle configuration and distinctive commemorative appearance make it particularly appealing to modelers recreating contemporary Midwestern railroading.

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Athearn Genesis GP39-2 WAMX #3928 Specifications

• Manufacturer: Athearn Genesis
• SKU: ATHG-1974
• Scale: HO Scale (1:87)
• Locomotive: EMD GP39-2
• Railroad: Wisconsin & Southern Railroad
• Reporting Mark: WAMX
• Road Number: 3928
• Paint Scheme: Wisconsin & Southern 35th Anniversary
• Prototype Heritage: Former Delaware & Hudson
• Body Configuration: Early Phase I
• Horn: Nathan 3-Chime
• Control: DC / DCC Ready
• Decoder Interface: 21-Pin NEM
• Factory Sound: Not Equipped
• Lighting: LED
• Minimum Radius: 18 Inches
• Era: 2010–Present

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