{"product_id":"athg-1963","title":"Athearn Genesis HO Scale Santa Fe ATSF #3621 EMD GP39-2 Phase I Diesel Locomotive - DCC Ready – ATHG-1963","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale Santa Fe ATSF #3621 EMD GP39-2 DCC Ready Locomotive\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecreate classic Santa Fe Railway freight operations with the \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale ATSF #3621 EMD GP39-2 Phase I diesel locomotive\u003c\/strong\u003e. This detailed four-axle road switcher features authentic Santa Fe paint and lettering, prototype-specific equipment, and the dependable mechanical performance of Athearn's premium Genesis locomotive series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied \u003cstrong\u003eDCC Ready with a 21-pin NEM decoder interface\u003c\/strong\u003e, ATSF #3621 is designed for conventional DC operation while offering flexibility for model railroaders who want to install their preferred digital decoder. Its early Phase I body, rear-mounted fuel tank, Stratolite cab beacon, and Leslie 3-chime horn make it a distinctive addition to a Santa Fe locomotive roster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ho-scale-locomotives\"\u003eHO scale locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e for more railroad paint schemes and motive power options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Santa Fe Railway's EMD GP39-2 Fleet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eElectro-Motive Division introduced the GP39-2 in 1974 as a four-axle diesel-electric road switcher powered by a turbocharged 12-cylinder EMD 645E3 engine. Producing 2,300 horsepower, the locomotive provided an efficient alternative to larger road diesels while maintaining the versatility required for freight and switching duties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSanta Fe became one of the largest purchasers of the GP39-2. Although initially assigned to fast freight trains, the locomotives proved especially useful in local freight service, where their four-axle configuration and moderate horsepower suited a wide variety of operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthearn Genesis reproduces Santa Fe ATSF #3621 with an early Phase I body and the distinctive exterior equipment found on the railroad's original GP39-2 locomotives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSanta Fe ATSF #3621 Road-Specific Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway paint and lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly Phase I EMD GP39-2 locomotive body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear-mounted fuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge front anticlimber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStratolite cab beacon detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitcher-style walkway steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeslie 3-chime locomotive horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall EMD front plow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated locomotive number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed Blomberg trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic underbody equipment and fuel tank components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDCC Ready Locomotive with Quick Plug 21-Pin Interface\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis GP39-2 Santa Fe #3621\u003c\/strong\u003e is equipped with Athearn's Quick Plug decoder interface, featuring a 21-pin NEM connector for compatible DCC decoder installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike factory DCC\/Sound-equipped versions, this model does not include a sound decoder or speakers. It operates on conventional DC power as supplied, making it suitable for traditional DC layouts and model railroaders planning their own decoder installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDCC Ready configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConventional DC operation out of the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e21-pin NEM decoder connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick Plug decoder installation interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with appropriately selected aftermarket DCC decoders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLED locomotive lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo factory-installed sound system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ho-diesel-locomotives\"\u003eHO scale diesel locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e to compare available DC, DCC Ready, and DCC\/Sound models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAthearn Genesis Drivetrain and Detailed Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthearn's Genesis GP39-2 combines a precision mechanical drivetrain with extensive factory-installed details to provide realistic operation and appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA five-pole skew-wound motor, precision-machined flywheels, and multi-link drivetrain help deliver smooth locomotive performance. All-wheel drive and electrical pickup provide dependable traction and current collection, while the heavy die-cast frame adds weight for pulling freight cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHO scale 1:87 construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive-pole skew-wound motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-machined flywheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-link all-wheel-drive drivetrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-wheel electrical pickup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy die-cast chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed wire grab irons and lift rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed windshield wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine-scale Celcon handrails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched metal fan grilles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee-through cab windows and detailed interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed walkway tread and drop steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuel tank fillers, gauges, and breather pipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrainline hoses, MU hoses, and coupler cut levers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed Blomberg trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody-mounted McHenry knuckle couplers compatible with Kadee couplers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRP25 wheel contours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum recommended operating radius of 18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal for Santa Fe Local Freight and Road-Switching Operations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSanta Fe's GP39-2 locomotives were well suited for freight assignments requiring versatile four-axle diesel power. Model railroaders can use ATSF #3621 for local freight movements, industrial switching, yard transfers, and multiple-unit locomotive consists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts original Phase I configuration makes this model especially useful for layouts depicting Santa Fe operations during the late 1970s, 1980s, and early 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor modelers building a larger Santa Fe diesel fleet, this DCC Ready version also provides an alternative to the factory sound-equipped ATSF #3621 release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover more road numbers and configurations in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/athearn-genesis-ho-scale-emd-gp39-2-locomotives\"\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2 locomotives collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAthearn Genesis Santa Fe GP39-2 #3621 Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Athearn Genesis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e ATHG-1963\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 Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e EMD GP39-2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRailroad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Santa Fe Railway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReporting Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e ATSF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3621\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early Phase I\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHorn:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leslie 3-Chime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeacon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stratolite Cab Beacon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC \/ DCC Ready\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoder Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quick Plug 21-Pin NEM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory Sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Equipped\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShop Athearn Genesis HO Scale GP39-2 Locomotives at Train Supply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the Athearn Genesis EMD GP39-2 Santa Fe ATSF #3621 DCC Ready locomotive to your model railroad roster. 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