{"product_id":"athg-1986","title":"Athearn Genesis HO Scale Union Pacific UP #2736 EMD GP39-2 Phase I Diesel Locomotive - DCC\/Sound – ATHG-1986","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale Union Pacific UP #2736 EMD GP39-2 DCC\/Sound Locomotive\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecreate Union Pacific Railroad freight operations with the \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale UP #2736 EMD GP39-2 Phase I diesel locomotive\u003c\/strong\u003e. This detailed four-axle road switcher represents a former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson locomotive acquired by Union Pacific during the late 1990s, retaining distinctive D\u0026amp;H body features while incorporating modifications for its new owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFactory-equipped with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 DCC\/Sound and dual cube speakers, UP #2736 combines realistic diesel audio with Athearn Genesis mechanical performance. Its tall front ditch lights, Nathan 5-chime horn, large Sinclair antenna, and distinctive walkway configuration make it a particularly interesting addition to a Union Pacific locomotive roster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore additional \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ho-scale-locomotives\"\u003eHO scale locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e for more diesel motive power and railroad paint schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson to Union Pacific\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnion Pacific acquired a group of former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson 7601-series EMD GP39-2 locomotives during the late 1990s as the railroad sought reliable four-axle diesel power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally built for Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson in 1976, these locomotives featured a distinctive walkway and fuel tank arrangement that differed from many other GP39-2 models. Their switcher-style steps and modified fuel tank positioning reflected the specifications of the original D\u0026amp;H order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing their transfer to Union Pacific, the locomotives retained many of their original body characteristics while receiving additional equipment for UP operations, including tall front ditch lights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese former D\u0026amp;H locomotives continued serving Union Pacific into the 2010s before being sold to other operators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthearn Genesis captures this distinctive locomotive history with a newly tooled D\u0026amp;H-style walkway and fuel tank, accurately representing the original Phase I body in Union Pacific service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUnion Pacific UP #2736 Road-Specific Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Union Pacific Railroad paint and lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly Phase I EMD GP39-2 body configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormer Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson locomotive design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly tooled D\u0026amp;H-style walkway and fuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall front-mounted ditch lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall EMD front plow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNathan 5-chime locomotive horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge Sinclair radio antenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-appropriate underbody equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed fuel tank, fillers, gauges, and breather pipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated locomotive number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed Blomberg trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSoundTraxx Tsunami2 DCC\/Sound and Dual Cube Speakers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis Union Pacific GP39-2 #2736\u003c\/strong\u003e includes a factory-installed SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound decoder with dual cube speakers, delivering realistic locomotive audio without requiring an aftermarket sound decoder installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe locomotive supports conventional DC and DCC operation. Engine, horn, and bell sounds are available during DC operation, while a compatible DCC command system provides access to additional digital sound, lighting, and programming functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed SoundTraxx Tsunami2 decoder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual cube speakers for detailed sound reproduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic diesel engine, horn, and bell sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConventional DC and DCC compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNMRA-compatible digital functions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision slow-speed locomotive control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgrammable Configuration Values\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple-unit locomotive consist programming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic LED lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ho-diesel-locomotives\"\u003eHO scale diesel locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e to build realistic Union Pacific locomotive consists and expand your railroad fleet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAthearn Genesis Mechanical Performance and Detailing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Genesis GP39-2 is designed to combine reliable locomotive operation with highly detailed HO scale construction. A five-pole skew-wound motor, precision-machined flywheels, and multi-link drivetrain help provide smooth performance across a wide range of operating speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll-wheel drive and electrical pickup maintain consistent traction and current collection, while the heavy die-cast frame adds weight for pulling freight cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional factory-installed details help recreate the appearance of a working EMD diesel locomotive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHO scale (1:87) construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive-pole skew-wound motor with 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\u003eWindshield wipers and fine-scale Celcon handrails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched metal fan grilles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed cab interior with see-through windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrainline hoses, MU hoses, and coupler cut levers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed Blomberg trucks and bearing caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLED locomotive lighting and illuminated number boards\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 Union Pacific Local Freight and Switching Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe EMD GP39-2 is well suited for HO scale layouts depicting Union Pacific local freight movements, industrial switching, yard transfers, and other assignments requiring versatile four-axle diesel power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its former Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson heritage, UP #2736 offers an interesting variation for model railroaders who enjoy modeling locomotives that changed ownership throughout their service lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts early Phase I body and Union Pacific modifications make it especially appropriate for layouts representing operations from the late 1990s into the early 2010s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover 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 Union Pacific GP39-2 #2736 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-1986\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 Union Pacific Railroad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReporting Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e UP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2736\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Railroad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delaware \u0026amp; 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Browse our complete selection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ho-scale\"\u003eHO scale model trains\u003c\/a\u003e, freight cars, track, and model railroad accessories at Train Supply.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Athearn Genesis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60747580080414,"sku":"ATHG-1986","price":299.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/6789\/3534\/files\/ATHG-1986_A0_CUK9IJNJ.jpg?v=1793300504","url":"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/products\/athg-1986","provider":"Train Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}