{"product_id":"athg-1976","title":"Athearn Genesis HO Scale Delaware \u0026 Hudson D\u0026H #7603 EMD GP39-2 Phase I - DCC Ready – ATHG-1976","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson D\u0026amp;H #7603 EMD GP39-2 Diesel Locomotive\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecreate classic Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson Railway freight operations with the \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale D\u0026amp;H #7603 EMD GP39-2 Phase I diesel locomotive\u003c\/strong\u003e. This DCC Ready model represents one of the 20 GP39-2 locomotives purchased new by the Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson in 1976, featuring the distinctive walkway, fuel tank arrangement, and exterior equipment associated with the railroad's 7600-series locomotive fleet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its precision Genesis drivetrain, realistic LED lighting, and finely reproduced details, this HO scale GP39-2 is ideal for model railroaders building a Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson locomotive roster. Browse additional \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ho-scale-locomotives\"\u003eHO scale locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e to expand your railroad fleet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson 7600-Series GP39-2 Locomotives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson Railway acquired 20 EMD GP39-2 diesel locomotives in 1976, numbered 7601 through 7620. Unlike the railroad's earlier former Reading GP39-2 units, these locomotives were purchased new and incorporated several distinctive exterior modifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 7600-series GP39-2 locomotives featured redesigned switcher-style steps, a rearward-positioned fuel tank, and relocated fuel fillers and sight gauges. These characteristics distinguish the D\u0026amp;H locomotives from other early GP39-2 production models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by a turbocharged 12-cylinder EMD 645E3 diesel engine producing 2,300 horsepower, the GP39-2 provided a balance of performance and fuel efficiency for freight operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthearn Genesis reproduces D\u0026amp;H #7603 with its early Phase I body, newly tooled walkway and fuel tank, Leslie 3-chime horn, and large Sinclair antenna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePrototype-Specific D\u0026amp;H #7603 Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson Railway paint and lettering\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\u003eLeslie 3-chime locomotive horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge Sinclair radio antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall EMD front plow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitcher-style walkway steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRearward-positioned fuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed fuel filler and sight gauge locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-specific exterior equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGenesis Drivetrain and Detailed HO Scale Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Athearn Genesis GP39-2 features a five-pole skew-wound motor with precision-machined flywheels and a multi-link drivetrain engineered for smooth, dependable locomotive operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll-wheel drive, electrical pickup, and a heavy die-cast frame help provide consistent performance during freight movements, local switching assignments, and multiple-unit operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional detailing includes factory-installed wire grab irons, lift rings, windshield wipers, fine-scale handrails, etched metal fan grilles, detailed cab interior components, and realistic fuel tank equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe locomotive also includes detailed Blomberg trucks, RP25 wheel contours, body-mounted McHenry knuckle couplers, and LED lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore additional \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ho-diesel-locomotives\"\u003eHO scale diesel locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e to expand your railroad roster with other EMD, GE, and Alco motive power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDCC Ready for Conventional DC and Digital Layouts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson #7603 GP39-2\u003c\/strong\u003e is supplied DCC Ready with Athearn Quick Plug electronics and a 21-pin NEM decoder connector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe locomotive operates on conventional DC layouts as supplied and does not include factory-installed sound. Model railroaders can install a compatible DCC decoder for digital locomotive control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal for Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson Freight Operations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe GP39-2 is well suited for HO scale layouts representing Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson freight service during the late 1970s, 1980s, and early 1990s. Its four-axle configuration makes it an excellent choice for local freight trains, yard transfers, road-switching assignments, and locomotive consists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe locomotive's distinctive D\u0026amp;H body details also make it an appealing addition to collections focused on Northeastern railroad history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a minimum recommended operating radius of 18 inches, this Genesis locomotive is compatible with many HO scale layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore additional railroad paint schemes and road numbers 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 GP39-2 D\u0026amp;H #7603 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-1976\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e HO (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 Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson Railway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReporting Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e DH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7603\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\u003eControl:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC \/ DCC Ready\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoder Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21-Pin NEM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSound:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Factory 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\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\u003eBring classic Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson diesel operations to your layout with the Athearn Genesis EMD GP39-2 D\u0026amp;H #7603. 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