{"product_id":"athg-1989","title":"Athearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 Blue Ridge Southern WAMX #3945 Phase I - DCC\/Sound – ATHG-1989","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 Blue Ridge Southern WAMX #3945 - DCC\/Sound\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBring the sights and sounds of modern North Carolina shortline railroading to your HO scale layout with the \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis EMD GP39-2 Blue Ridge Southern WAMX #3945\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 detailing, and the precision performance of Athearn's Genesis locomotive series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRepresenting an early Phase I EMD GP39-2 in contemporary Blue Ridge Southern service, WAMX #3945 features 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. Unlike WAMX #3932, this locomotive features \u003cstrong\u003eyellow stripes on both pilots and plows on both ends\u003c\/strong\u003e, accurately reproducing the distinctive appearance of road number 3945.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBlue Ridge Southern Railroad WAMX #3945 Prototype History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Ridge Southern Railroad operates approximately 91 miles of former Norfolk Southern railroad trackage in western North Carolina. Part of the Watco family of regional and shortline railroads, Blue Ridge Southern provides freight transportation for industries throughout the region while connecting local customers with the larger North American rail network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Ridge Southern locomotives wear the recognizable black-and-yellow WAMX paint scheme, complemented by colorful circular railroad logos along the locomotive sides. These distinctive diesel locomotives are an important part of modern Appalachian freight railroading.\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 GP39-2 offered efficient four-axle performance for local freight, industrial switching, and regional railroad assignments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthearn Genesis recreates WAMX #3945 with its original Phase I body and Blue Ridge Southern-specific modifications, including yellow-striped pilots and plows at both ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBlue Ridge Southern WAMX #3945 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\u003eYellow safety stripes on both locomotive pilots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront and rear locomotive plows\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\u003eDetailed Blomberg trucks with appropriate bearing caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated locomotive number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-appropriate fuel tank and underbody equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate WAMX lettering and road number 3945\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 #3945\u003c\/strong\u003e comes factory-equipped with a SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound decoder and dual cube speakers, delivering realistic diesel locomotive audio and advanced digital operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis sound-equipped model operates on both conventional DC and DCC layouts. Basic diesel engine, horn, and bell sounds are available during DC operation, while a compatible DCC system provides access to the locomotive's full digital sound, lighting, and programmable functions.\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 locomotive audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with conventional DC and DCC operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine, horn, and bell sounds available on DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull digital 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\u003eMultiple-unit locomotive consisting capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgrammable lead-unit-only horn, bell, and lighting operation for MU consists\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 is especially well suited for shortline railroad operations, where realistic engine sounds, horn signals, and bell operation enhance local freight movements and industrial switching assignments.\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 smooth, dependable HO scale railroad performance.\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 locomotive 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\u003eRecreate Modern Blue Ridge Southern Shortline 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 assignments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Ridge Southern WAMX #3945 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\u003eIts yellow-striped pilots and front and rear plows make it a distinctive companion to other Blue Ridge Southern GP39-2 locomotives, while the factory-installed Tsunami2 sound system brings realistic diesel operation to switching and freight movements.\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 #3945 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-1989\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 3945\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\u003ePlows:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front and Rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePilot Stripes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow Stripes on Both Pilots\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 #3945 DCC\/Sound locomotive to your model railroad fleet. 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