{"product_id":"athg-1986","title":"Athearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 Union Pacific UP #2736 Phase I - DCC\/Sound – ATHG-1986","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 Union Pacific UP #2736 Phase I - DCC\/Sound\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a distinctive Union Pacific diesel locomotive with Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson heritage to your model railroad with the \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 Union Pacific UP #2736\u003c\/strong\u003e. This highly detailed four-axle road switcher represents a former D\u0026amp;H GP39-2 acquired by Union Pacific, featuring the early Phase I body, railroad-specific exterior modifications, and factory-installed SoundTraxx Tsunami2 DCC\/Sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its newly tooled Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson-style walkway and fuel tank, tall front ditch lights, Nathan 5-chime horn, large Sinclair antenna, and small EMD front plow, UP #2736 offers a distinctive appearance compared with other Union Pacific diesel locomotives. Athearn Genesis combines these details with precision mechanical engineering, realistic LED lighting, and dual cube speakers for authentic HO scale railroad operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUnion Pacific UP #2736 - Former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson GP39-2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the late 1990s, Union Pacific sought dependable four-axle road switchers to supplement its locomotive fleet. The railroad acquired a group of former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson 7601-series EMD GP39-2 locomotives, which retained many of their original D\u0026amp;H spotting features while receiving modifications for Union Pacific service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese locomotives originated from the Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson's 1976 GP39-2 purchase. Their distinctive body configuration included a modified walkway arrangement and fuel tank positioning that differed from other early-production GP39-2 locomotives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing their acquisition by Union Pacific, the locomotives received additional equipment, including tall front ditch lights. They continued serving in UP's locomotive fleet before eventually being sold to other operators by the mid-2010s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthearn Genesis accurately reproduces UP #2736 with its original Phase I body configuration and former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson characteristics, making it an excellent choice for model railroaders depicting Union Pacific freight operations during the late 1990s through the early 2010s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePrototype-Specific Union Pacific UP #2736 Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Union Pacific Railroad paint scheme 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 Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson-style walkway and fuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall front ditch lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall EMD front plow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-specific Nathan 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\u003eRoad-specific exterior detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFactory-Installed SoundTraxx Tsunami2 DCC\/Sound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis Union Pacific GP39-2 UP #2736\u003c\/strong\u003e comes factory-equipped with a SoundTraxx Tsunami2 digital sound decoder and dual cube speakers, providing realistic diesel locomotive audio and advanced digital operating capabilities without requiring an aftermarket sound installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed SoundTraxx Tsunami2 DCC\/Sound decoder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual cube speakers for detailed sound reproduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic diesel engine, horn, and bell sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with conventional DC and DCC layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine, horn, and bell sounds available during DC operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull digital functions with compatible DCC control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNMRA-compatible DCC operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision slow-speed locomotive control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgrammable Configuration Values (CVs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple-unit locomotive consist programming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic LED locomotive lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 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 and illuminated 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\u003eRealistic fuel tank components, fuel fillers, gauges, and breather pipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed trainline hoses, MU hoses, and coupler cut levers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed Blomberg trucks with appropriate bearing caps\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\u003eModel Union Pacific 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 locomotive consists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUP #2736 is especially appealing to model railroaders interested in locomotives with unusual ownership histories. Its former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson body details and Union Pacific modifications provide a distinctive addition to a modern diesel locomotive roster.\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 to expand your fleet with more Union Pacific, BNSF, Santa Fe, and other railroad paint schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse 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 Union Pacific UP #2736 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-1986\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 2736\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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory Sound Decoder:\u003c\/strong\u003e SoundTraxx Tsunami2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual Cube Speakers\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\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 #2736 with DCC\/Sound to your locomotive fleet and recreate Union Pacific freight operations. 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