{"product_id":"athg-1988","title":"Athearn Genesis HO Scale Blue Ridge Southern WAMX #3932 EMD GP39-2 Phase I - DCC\/Sound – ATHG-1988","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale Blue Ridge Southern WAMX #3932 EMD GP39-2 DCC\/Sound Locomotive\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCapture the character of modern Appalachian shortline railroading with the \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale Blue Ridge Southern WAMX #3932 EMD GP39-2 diesel locomotive\u003c\/strong\u003e. Finished in Watco's recognizable black-and-yellow paint scheme with colorful Blue Ridge Southern logos, this detailed Phase I road switcher offers prototype accuracy, dependable mechanical performance, and factory-installed SoundTraxx Tsunami2 DCC\/Sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its revised Delaware \u0026amp; Hudson-style walkway and fuel tank, roof-mounted air conditioning, Nathan 3-chime horn, and front and rear ditch lights, WAMX #3932 is an excellent addition to a modern regional railroad fleet. Athearn also reproduces the locomotive's specific pilot arrangement, featuring \u003cstrong\u003eno yellow pilot stripes and a front plow only\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ho-scale-locomotives\"\u003eHO scale locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e for additional railroad paint schemes and motive power options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBlue Ridge Southern Railway and the EMD GP39-2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Ridge Southern Railroad operates approximately 91 miles of former Norfolk Southern railroad lines in western North Carolina. As a Watco-affiliated shortline railroad, Blue Ridge Southern provides freight transportation for regional industries and connects local customers with the larger North American rail network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe railroad's locomotives feature the WAMX black-and-yellow color scheme, with distinctive circular Blue Ridge Southern logos identifying the operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe EMD GP39-2 was introduced in 1974 as a versatile four-axle diesel-electric road switcher. Equipped with a turbocharged 12-cylinder EMD 645E3 prime mover producing approximately 2,300 horsepower, the locomotive offered efficient performance for local freight, switching, and regional railroad assignments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthearn Genesis reproduces WAMX #3932 in its early Phase I configuration with modifications reflecting its contemporary shortline service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBlue Ridge Southern WAMX #3932 Road-Specific Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic WAMX black-and-yellow locomotive paint scheme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful Blue Ridge Southern railroad logos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly Phase I EMD GP39-2 body configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly tooled revised D\u0026amp;H-style walkway and fuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoof-mounted air conditioning unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNathan 3-chime locomotive horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront and rear ditch lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall EMD front plow only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo yellow pilot stripes, matching road number 3932\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated locomotive number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed Blomberg trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-appropriate fuel tank and underbody equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate WAMX reporting marks and road number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSoundTraxx Tsunami2 DCC\/Sound with Dual Cube Speakers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis GP39-2 Blue Ridge Southern #3932\u003c\/strong\u003e comes equipped with a factory-installed SoundTraxx Tsunami2 decoder and dual cube speakers, providing realistic diesel locomotive sounds and advanced digital operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sound-equipped model operates on both conventional DC and DCC layouts. Basic engine, horn, and bell sounds are available during DC operation, while a compatible DCC system unlocks the locomotive's full sound, lighting, and programmable control functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound decoder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual cube speakers for detailed locomotive audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with DC and DCC layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine, horn, and bell sounds available on DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull digital sound and lighting functionality in DCC mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNMRA-compatible DCC functions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision slow-speed motor control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomizable Configuration Values (CVs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple-unit locomotive consisting capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLead-unit-only horn, bell, and lighting configuration for MU operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed LED lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis factory-installed sound system is especially useful for shortline layouts where realistic throttle changes, horn signals, and bell sounds enhance industrial switching and local freight operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse additional \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ho-diesel-locomotives\"\u003eHO scale diesel locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e to compare DCC\/Sound-equipped models with available DC and DCC Ready alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAthearn Genesis Mechanical Performance and Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Genesis GP39-2 features a precision-engineered drivetrain designed to deliver smooth, reliable HO scale performance. Its five-pole skew-wound motor works with precision-machined flywheels and a multi-link drivetrain to provide controlled acceleration and dependable operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll-wheel drive and electrical pickup help maintain traction and consistent current collection, while a heavy die-cast frame adds useful weight for freight train assignments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly detailed HO 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 drivetrain with all-wheel drive\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 with full interior detailing\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 scale 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\u003eRecreate Western North Carolina Shortline Freight Operations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Ridge Southern WAMX #3932 is an excellent locomotive for HO scale layouts representing contemporary western North Carolina railroading, Appalachian industrial branches, and modern Watco-operated shortline railroads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe GP39-2's four-axle design makes it appropriate for local freight trains, industrial switching, interchange traffic, and regional freight assignments. Its factory-installed Tsunami2 sound system adds another level of realism to operations involving frequent stops, switching movements, and locomotive consists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWAMX #3932 also provides an interesting alternative to larger six-axle road locomotives, particularly on layouts focused on smaller industries and regional freight service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover additional road numbers and sound 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 Blue Ridge Southern GP39-2 #3932 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-1988\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 Blue Ridge 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 3932\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint Scheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e WAMX Black and Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\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 Small EMD Front Plow Only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePilot Stripes:\u003c\/strong\u003e No Yellow Pilot Stripes\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 GP39-2 Locomotives at Train Supply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the Athearn Genesis EMD GP39-2 Blue Ridge Southern WAMX #3932 DCC\/Sound locomotive to your modern model railroad fleet. 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