{"product_id":"athg-1990","title":"Athearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 Wisconsin \u0026 Southern WAMX #3928 35th Anniversary - DCC\/Sound – ATHG-1990","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern WAMX #3928 35th Anniversary - DCC\/Sound\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrate Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern Railroad history with the \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 WAMX #3928 35th Anniversary locomotive\u003c\/strong\u003e. Featuring the railroad's distinctive red-and-gray commemorative paint scheme and factory-installed \u003cstrong\u003eSoundTraxx Tsunami2 DCC\/Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e, this premium four-axle diesel road switcher combines a special anniversary appearance with Athearn Genesis prototype accuracy and smooth-running performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRepresenting a former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson GP39-2 acquired for Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern service, WAMX #3928 features an early Phase I body, newly tooled revised D\u0026amp;H-style walkway and fuel tank, roof-mounted air conditioning, Nathan 3-chime horn, and front and rear ditch lights. The special 35th Anniversary graphics make this locomotive a standout addition to a modern Wisconsin regional railroad roster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWisconsin \u0026amp; Southern Railroad 35th Anniversary GP39-2 #3928\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWisconsin \u0026amp; Southern Railroad (WSOR)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a regional freight railroad serving Wisconsin and surrounding connections. Known for its bright red-and-gray locomotive paint schemes, the railroad operates a variety of diesel locomotives supporting agricultural, industrial, and general freight transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWisconsin \u0026amp; Southern acquired two former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson EMD GP39-2 locomotives through WAMX. These locomotives retained distinctive body features from their original D\u0026amp;H configuration while receiving equipment and paint appropriate for Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLocomotive #3928 received a special \u003cstrong\u003eWisconsin \u0026amp; Southern 35th Anniversary\u003c\/strong\u003e paint scheme celebrating the railroad's history. The commemorative appearance distinguishes it from standard Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern locomotives and makes it particularly appealing to collectors and model railroaders interested in regional railroad heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally produced between 1974 and 1984, the EMD GP39-2 used a turbocharged 12-cylinder EMD 645E3 engine producing approximately 2,300 horsepower. Its four-axle design made it suitable for local freight, industrial switching, and regional railroad assignments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWisconsin \u0026amp; Southern WAMX #3928 Prototype-Specific Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWisconsin \u0026amp; Southern 35th Anniversary commemorative paint scheme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern red-and-gray locomotive colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate WAMX reporting marks and road number 3928\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 revised D\u0026amp;H-style walkway and fuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront and rear ditch lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnion Pacific-style front plow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoved class lights matching the prototype\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNathan 3-chime locomotive horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoof-mounted air conditioning unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed Blomberg trucks and underbody components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated locomotive number boards\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 Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern GP39-2 #3928\u003c\/strong\u003e comes factory-equipped with a SoundTraxx Tsunami2 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 #3928, this model includes its sound decoder and speakers already installed. It operates on both conventional DC and DCC layouts, with full digital sound, lighting, and programming capabilities available 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 realistic locomotive audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with conventional DC and DCC layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiesel engine, horn, and bell sounds available during DC operation\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\u003eProgrammable sound and operating functions through Configuration Values (CVs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple-unit locomotive consisting capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfigurable lead-unit-only horn, bell, and lighting operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed LED locomotive lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated locomotive number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tsunami2 sound system brings an additional level of realism to Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern freight operations, with diesel engine sounds, horn signals, and bell operation enhancing switching movements and local freight 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 research, factory-installed detailing, and precision mechanical engineering for realistic 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 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 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 modern Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern Railroad operations. Its four-axle configuration and mid-horsepower diesel engine make it well suited for local freight trains, industrial switching, yard transfers, and regional freight service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWAMX #3928 is particularly appealing to model railroaders recreating Wisconsin railroading, former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson locomotives in later service, or contemporary regional freight operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe locomotive's special 35th Anniversary paint scheme provides a distinctive addition to a Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern diesel roster, while factory-installed Tsunami2 DCC\/Sound adds realistic locomotive audio 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 Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern, Blue Ridge Southern, Union Pacific, BNSF, and Santa Fe models 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 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 Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern 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-1990\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\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 UP-Style Front Plow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass Lights:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removed\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 Wisconsin \u0026amp; Southern WAMX #3928 35th Anniversary DCC\/Sound locomotive to your model railroad fleet. 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