{"product_id":"athg-1994","title":"Athearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 Delaware \u0026 Hudson D\u0026H #7620 Phase I - DCC\/Sound – ATHG-1994","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson D\u0026amp;H #7620 - DCC\/Sound\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecreate classic Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson diesel locomotive operations with the \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 D\u0026amp;H #7620\u003c\/strong\u003e. This highly detailed Phase I diesel road switcher features factory-installed \u003cstrong\u003eSoundTraxx Tsunami2 DCC\/Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e, prototype-specific Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson body details, and the precision drivetrain of Athearn's premium Genesis locomotive series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRepresenting one of the 20 EMD GP39-2 locomotives purchased new by the Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson Railway in 1976, D\u0026amp;H #7620 features the distinctive D\u0026amp;H-style walkway and fuel tank arrangement, early Phase I body, small EMD front plow, Leslie 3-chime horn, and large Sinclair antenna. Its detailed construction makes it an excellent choice for model railroaders depicting northeastern freight operations during the late 1970s, 1980s, and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDelaware \u0026amp; Hudson GP39-2 #7620 Prototype History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDelaware \u0026amp; Hudson Railway\u003c\/strong\u003e was an important northeastern railroad serving New York, Pennsylvania, and connections throughout the region. Known for its distinctive diesel locomotive fleet and freight operations, the D\u0026amp;H played an important role in moving merchandise, industrial commodities, and interchange traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1976, Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson purchased 20 new EMD GP39-2 diesel locomotives numbered \u003cstrong\u003eD\u0026amp;H 7601 through 7620\u003c\/strong\u003e. These locomotives featured several distinctive design changes compared with earlier GP39-2 units acquired from the Reading Railroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe D\u0026amp;H 7600-series locomotives incorporated redesigned stepwells with switcher-style steps, a fuel tank positioned farther toward the rear, and relocated fuel fillers and sight gauges. These differences created a recognizable body configuration that Athearn has reproduced with newly tooled components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe EMD GP39-2 was manufactured between 1974 and 1984 as a four-axle diesel-electric road switcher. Powered by a turbocharged 12-cylinder EMD 645E3 engine producing approximately 2,300 horsepower, the GP39-2 offered fuel-efficient performance for freight assignments and regional railroad operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDelaware \u0026amp; Hudson D\u0026amp;H #7620 Prototype-Specific Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson Railway paint and lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate D\u0026amp;H reporting marks and road number 7620\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly Phase I EMD GP39-2 locomotive body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly tooled Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson-style walkway and fuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive redesigned switcher-style stepwells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRearward-positioned fuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-appropriate fuel fillers and sight gauges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall EMD front plow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeslie 3-chime locomotive horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge Sinclair antenna\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-specific exterior and underbody equipment\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 Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson GP39-2 #7620\u003c\/strong\u003e comes factory-equipped with a SoundTraxx Tsunami2 decoder and dual cube speakers, delivering realistic diesel locomotive audio and advanced digital control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis sound-equipped model operates on both conventional DC and DCC layouts. Engine, horn, and bell sounds are available during DC operation, while a compatible DCC system provides access to the full range of programmable sound, lighting, and locomotive control 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 realistic diesel 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 number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tsunami2 system adds realistic locomotive sounds to Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson freight operations, enhancing switching assignments, road freight movements, and multiple-unit locomotive consists.\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 with precision mechanical engineering to deliver realistic HO scale model 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\u003eModel Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson Freight Railroad Operations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe EMD GP39-2 is an excellent choice for HO scale layouts depicting Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson freight service during the late 1970s, 1980s, and early 1990s. Its four-axle configuration and mid-horsepower diesel engine make it suitable for local freight trains, industrial switching, yard transfers, and regional freight assignments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eD\u0026amp;H #7620 is particularly appealing to model railroaders recreating northeastern railroad operations, including Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson mainline freight service, interchange movements, and industrial branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe locomotive's distinctive walkway, stepwell, and fuel tank arrangement adds prototype accuracy to a D\u0026amp;H diesel roster, while factory-installed Tsunami2 DCC\/Sound provides realistic locomotive audio during 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 Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson, Santa Fe, BNSF, Union Pacific, and regional 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 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 Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson D\u0026amp;H #7620 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-1994\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 Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson Railway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReporting Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e D\u0026amp;H \/ DH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7620\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\u003eSteps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switcher-Style Stepwells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorn:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leslie 3-Chime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large Sinclair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small EMD Front Plow\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\u003ePrototype Built:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1976\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 1970s–1990s\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 Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson D\u0026amp;H #7620 DCC\/Sound locomotive to your model railroad fleet. 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