{"product_id":"athg-1988","title":"Athearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 Blue Ridge Southern WAMX #3932 Phase I - DCC\/Sound – ATHG-1988","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 Blue Ridge Southern WAMX #3932 - DCC\/Sound\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBring modern North Carolina shortline railroading to life with the \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 Blue Ridge Southern WAMX #3932\u003c\/strong\u003e. Featuring factory-installed \u003cstrong\u003eSoundTraxx Tsunami2 DCC\/Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e, this premium four-axle diesel locomotive combines authentic WAMX black-and-yellow paint, colorful Blue Ridge Southern logos, road-number-specific details, and the smooth-running performance of Athearn's Genesis locomotive series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRepresenting a Phase I EMD GP39-2 in contemporary Blue Ridge Southern service, WAMX #3932 includes the newly tooled revised Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson-style walkway and fuel tank, roof-mounted air conditioning, Nathan 3-chime horn, and front and rear ditch lights. This road number is specifically modeled without yellow pilot stripes and with a front plow only, accurately distinguishing it from other Blue Ridge Southern locomotives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBlue Ridge Southern Railroad WAMX #3932 Prototype History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Ridge Southern Railroad\u003c\/strong\u003e operates approximately 91 miles of former Norfolk Southern trackage in western North Carolina. Part of the Watco family of shortline and regional railroads, Blue Ridge Southern serves industries throughout the region while connecting local freight customers with the broader North American railroad network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Ridge Southern locomotives feature the distinctive black-and-yellow WAMX paint scheme, complemented by colorful circular railroad logos along the locomotive sides. These locomotives are recognizable examples of modern regional railroad motive power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eElectro-Motive Division manufactured the GP39-2 between 1974 and 1984. Powered by a turbocharged 12-cylinder EMD 645E3 diesel engine producing approximately 2,300 horsepower, the four-axle GP39-2 provided fuel-efficient performance for local freight, road-switching, and regional railroad assignments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthearn Genesis recreates WAMX #3932 with its early Phase I body and Blue Ridge Southern-specific modifications, making it an excellent addition to a contemporary shortline railroad layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBlue Ridge Southern WAMX #3932 Prototype-Specific Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic WAMX black-and-yellow locomotive paint scheme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful Blue Ridge Southern circular railroad logos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly Phase I EMD GP39-2 locomotive body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly tooled revised D\u0026amp;H-style walkway and fuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoof-mounted air conditioning unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNathan 3-chime locomotive horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront and rear ditch lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall EMD front plow only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo yellow pilot stripes, matching WAMX #3932\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-appropriate fuel tank and underbody equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed Blomberg trucks with appropriate bearing caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated locomotive number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate WAMX lettering and road number\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 Blue Ridge Southern GP39-2 #3932\u003c\/strong\u003e comes factory-equipped with a SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound decoder and dual cube speakers, providing realistic diesel locomotive audio and advanced digital control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the separate DCC Ready release of WAMX #3932, this model includes the sound system already installed. It operates on both conventional DC and DCC layouts, with full digital sound and lighting functions available when operated using a compatible DCC system.\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 clear, detailed locomotive audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with conventional DC and DCC operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiesel engine, horn, and bell sounds available on DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull DCC sound and lighting functions in DCC mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNMRA-compatible DCC functionality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision slow-speed motor control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfigurable sound, lighting, and operating functions through CV programming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for multiple-unit locomotive consists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLead-unit-only horn, bell, and lighting configuration for MU operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed LED locomotive lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tsunami2 sound system enhances switching and local freight operations with realistic locomotive audio, while its programmable features allow model railroaders to customize operation to match their layout preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium Athearn Genesis HO Scale GP39-2 Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthearn Genesis locomotives combine extensive prototype detailing with precision mechanical engineering for realistic HO scale model railroad operation.\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 dependable 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 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 Modern Blue Ridge Southern Shortline Railroad Operations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe EMD GP39-2 is an excellent choice for HO scale layouts depicting modern regional and shortline freight service. Its four-axle configuration and efficient diesel engine make it well suited for local freight trains, industrial switching, interchange movements, and mountain railroad operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Ridge Southern WAMX #3932 is particularly appealing to model railroaders recreating western North Carolina railroading, former Norfolk Southern branch lines, or modern Watco-operated shortline railroads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith factory-installed Tsunami2 DCC\/Sound, WAMX #3932 brings realistic diesel engine, horn, and bell audio to switching and freight operations while retaining the prototype-specific exterior features of this distinctive Blue Ridge Southern locomotive.\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 WAMX, Union Pacific, BNSF, Santa Fe, and other railroad paint schemes in available DCC Ready and DCC\/Sound configurations.\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 Blue Ridge Southern WAMX #3932 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-1988\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 Blue Ridge 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 3932\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint Scheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e WAMX Black and Yellow\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 Revised D\u0026amp;H Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorn:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nathan 3-Chime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoof Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air Conditioning Unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDitch Lights:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front and Rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front Small EMD Plow Only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePilot Stripes:\u003c\/strong\u003e No Yellow Pilot Stripes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC \/ DCC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSound 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\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\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 Blue Ridge Southern WAMX #3932 DCC\/Sound locomotive to your model railroad fleet. 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