HO GEN GP39-2 PH I Locomotive WAMX Blue Ridge Southern #3945 (ATHG-1973)

Meet the HO-scale GP39-2 diesel locomotive from Athearn, a detailed model designed to faithfully reproduce the EMD GP39-2 prototype for HO layouts. This WAMX Blue Ridge Southern edition, numbered 3945, captures the distinctive long-hood profile and period-accurate detailing, giving model railroaders a realistic centerpiece for their trains.

Built for reliable, realistic operation, this GP39-2 uses a heavy die-cast frame and a Genesis driveline with a 5-pole motor for smooth pulling power, with all-wheel drive and electrical pickup on standard track. It is DCC-ready with Quick Plug plug-and-play technology and a 21-pin NEM connector, and body-mounted McHenry scale knuckle couplers provide Kadee-compatible coupling. LED lighting and a see-through cab interior add to the realism, while road-number-specific styling for 3945 includes yellow stripes on the pilots and plows on both ends. The model is designed for HO layouts with an 18-inch minimum radius, making it a versatile addition to a modern railroad.