{"product_id":"athg-1974","title":"Athearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 WAMX Wisconsin \u0026 Southern 35th Anniversary #3928 - DCC Ready – ATHG-1974","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 WAMX Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern 35th Anniversary #3928 - DCC Ready\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrate Wisconsin railroad history with the \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 WAMX #3928 Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern 35th Anniversary locomotive\u003c\/strong\u003e. Featuring a distinctive commemorative paint scheme honoring the Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern Railroad's 35th anniversary, this premium four-axle diesel locomotive combines striking railroad graphics with Athearn's exceptional Genesis detailing and precision drivetrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRepresenting a former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson GP39-2 operating in Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern service, WAMX #3928 features an early Phase I body, revised D\u0026amp;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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWisconsin \u0026amp; Southern 35th Anniversary GP39-2 #3928\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWisconsin \u0026amp; 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWAMX #3928 represents a former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson EMD GP39-2 that became part of the Wisconsin \u0026amp; 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthearn Genesis reproduces the commemorative appearance of WAMX #3928 with carefully applied graphics, realistic body details, and locomotive-specific equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePrototype-Specific WAMX #3928 Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWisconsin \u0026amp; Southern 35th Anniversary commemorative paint scheme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWAMX reporting marks and road number 3928\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly Phase I EMD GP39-2 locomotive body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly tooled revised Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson-style walkway and fuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-specific Nathan 3-chime horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoof-mounted air conditioning unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront and rear ditch lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall EMD front plow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurately applied railroad graphics and lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated locomotive number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad-specific exterior details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium Athearn Genesis HO Scale Locomotive Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis GP39-2 Phase I\u003c\/strong\u003e features precision mechanical engineering and factory-installed details designed to deliver realistic appearance and dependable performance on HO scale model railroads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly detailed HO scale (1:87) diesel locomotive construction\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 operation\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\u003eRealistic fuel tank details, air lines, and MU hoses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody-mounted McHenry scale knuckle couplers compatible with Kadee couplers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRP25 wheel contours for compatibility with 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\u003eDCC Ready with 21-Pin NEM Decoder Connector\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis WAMX #3928 GP39-2\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern Regional Freight Operations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe EMD GP39-2 is an excellent choice for HO scale layouts representing Wisconsin \u0026amp; 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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 railroad paint schemes and road numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\n\u003ch2\u003eAthearn Genesis GP39-2 WAMX #3928 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-1974\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 Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern Railroad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReporting Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e WAMX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3928\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint Scheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern 35th Anniversary\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\u003eHorn:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nathan 3-Chime\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\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2010–Present\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 WAMX Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern 35th Anniversary #3928 to your model railroad fleet. 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