{"product_id":"athg66255","title":"Athearn Genesis HO Scale BNSF #2773 EMD GP39-2u Diesel Locomotive - DCC Ready – ATHG66255","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale BNSF #2773 EMD GP39-2u Diesel Locomotive\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBring authentic Burlington Northern Santa Fe diesel operations to your layout with the \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2u BNSF #2773\u003c\/strong\u003e. This detailed four-axle road switcher represents a former Santa Fe rebuilt GP39-2u locomotive wearing the BNSF Heritage I paint scheme, complete with distinctive Phase I body features and railroad-specific detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart of Athearn's premium Genesis series, this DCC Ready locomotive combines accurate exterior details, LED lighting, and a precision drivetrain for realistic freight and switching operations. It makes an excellent addition to any collection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ho-scale-locomotives\"\u003eHO scale locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e representing North American railroading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBNSF GP39-2u #2773 Prototype History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eElectro-Motive Division introduced the GP39-2 in 1974 as a 2,300-horsepower, four-axle diesel-electric locomotive powered by a turbocharged 12-cylinder EMD 645E3 engine. Built for versatile road-switching and freight assignments, the GP39-2 offered railroads efficient diesel power for a wide variety of operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSanta Fe's rebuilt GP39-2u locomotives continued serving after the formation of BNSF Railway in 1995. These rebuilt units retained many recognizable Santa Fe characteristics while gradually receiving updated BNSF paint schemes and lettering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthearn Genesis reproduces BNSF #2773 in its Heritage I paint scheme with a Phase I body featuring chickenwire radiator grilles, a nose-mounted headlight, and a Leslie 3-chime horn. The model also features large cab numbers, a smaller BNSF nose logo, and an additional equipment access door behind the cab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePrototype-Specific Athearn Genesis BNSF #2773 Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic BNSF Heritage I paint scheme with fresh repaint appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhase I GP39-2u body with chickenwire radiator grilles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-specific nose-mounted headlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeslie 3-chime locomotive horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge cab numbers and small BNSF nose logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional equipment access door behind the cab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated swing-out-style number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForward ditch lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitcher-style walkway steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge front anticlimber and rear-mounted fuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly tooled exhaust stack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoved class lights matching the prototype\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium Genesis Drivetrain and HO Scale Detailing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale GP39-2u\u003c\/strong\u003e features a five-pole skew-wound motor with precision-machined flywheels and a multi-link drivetrain engineered for smooth operation. All-wheel electrical pickup and a heavy die-cast chassis provide dependable performance during local freight movements, switching assignments, and road service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional Genesis-level detailing includes factory-installed wire grab irons, lift rings, windshield wipers, etched metal fan grilles, fine-scale handrails, and detailed cab interior components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe locomotive also features realistic fuel tank equipment, MU hoses, coupler cut levers, detailed trucks, and body-mounted McHenry knuckle couplers. LED lighting and illuminated number boards enhance its appearance during operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore additional \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ho-diesel-locomotives\"\u003eHO scale diesel locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e to expand your roster with other EMD, GE, and Alco diesel power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDCC Ready with 21-Pin NEM Decoder Interface\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis BNSF #2773 GP39-2u\u003c\/strong\u003e is supplied DCC Ready and does not include factory-installed sound. Athearn Quick Plug electronics feature a 21-pin NEM connector for installing a compatible DCC decoder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe locomotive operates on conventional DC layouts as supplied, while the decoder-ready design provides flexibility for modelers planning to upgrade to digital command control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eModel BNSF Freight and Switching Operations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe GP39-2u is an excellent choice for model railroad layouts depicting BNSF operations from the late 1990s onward. Its four-axle configuration makes it suitable for local freight trains, industrial switching, yard transfers, and multiple-unit locomotive consists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a recommended minimum operating radius of 18 inches, this model can accommodate a wide variety of HO scale track plans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor additional railroad paint schemes, road numbers, and operating configurations, explore 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 GP39-2u BNSF #2773 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 ATHG66255\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 GP39-2u\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRailroad:\u003c\/strong\u003e BNSF Railway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2773\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint Scheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e BNSF Heritage I\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phase I with Chickenwire Grilles\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 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\u003eMinimum Radius:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShop Athearn Genesis HO Scale Locomotives at Train Supply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpand your model railroad fleet with the Athearn Genesis HO Scale EMD GP39-2u BNSF #2773. Whether you're building a detailed BNSF locomotive roster or recreating realistic diesel-era freight operations, this Genesis model delivers the prototype accuracy and performance model railroaders expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete selection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ho-scale\"\u003eHO scale model trains\u003c\/a\u003e at Train Supply for additional diesel locomotives, freight cars, passenger equipment, and model railroad accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Athearn Genesis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49774842478878,"sku":"ATHG66255","price":189.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/6789\/3534\/files\/ATHG66255_A01_A0R4ZAVU.jpg?v=1793295799","url":"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/products\/athg66255","provider":"Train Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}