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Jul 30, 2021 - HO Scale

Athearn Genesis - HO Scale - AMD103/P42 Diesel Locomotives

 

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Dear HO Scale Customers;

 

Athearn Genesis has announced the AMD103/P42 Diesel Locomotives

 

Amtrak (AMTK) #46 - 50th Anniversary - Phase V

 

PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

The General Electric P42DC, also known as the Genesis, is the current primary passenger locomotive of Amtrak. Producing 4250 HP and with a top speed of 110mph, these units are seen nationwide on short and long-distance trains. Equipped with marker lights on each end, the units are also seen in service on push-pull trains. Amtrak originally rostered 208 of the units, numbered from 1-207. Most notable among these are Amtrak’s specially-painted Heritage units painted in 2011 for Amtrak’s 40th anniversary, and the new round of commemorative units being released for the 50th Anniversary this year. Each one is painted in a different “phase” or paint scheme to highlight the different images of Amtrak over the years, as well as new concepts like the Midnight Blue livery designed to honor employees working throughout the night to keep passengers moving across the nation.

These highly-detailed models will finally answer one of our top customer requests for a Genesis Genesis. Highlights include a detailed cab interior complete with all of the appropriate controls and seats. A wealth of underbody detail includes piping, air filters, air dryer, and complete pilot detail. The models also feature prototype-specific details for Amtrak. Amtrak units are available with either the as-built or the rebuilt (bolted-on) nose. They also feature several different styles of antenna arrays, ranging from the simple as-built appearance to the complex arrangement of the Illinois service units.

All versions feature the operational, light, and sound features that have come to be expected from Genesis. Under the hood, the proven Genesis motor and a massive die-case frame combine to provide ample tractive effort. LED headlights, ditch lights, and marker lights are all provided. On the DCC/sound equipped versions, the ditch lights will alternate when the horn is activated, and the marker lights are independently-controlled and directional. Finally, A Soundtraxx Tsunami2 sound decoder and dual 28mm speakers provide our model with high-quality sound.

 

 

Amtrak (AMTK) #100 - 50th Anniversary - Midnight Blue

BRAND NEW GENESIS TOOLING!

AMD103/P42 SERIES LOCOMOTIVE FEATURES:

• Officially licensed product of Amtrak (Amtrak-painted units)

• 2 different nose variations: Amtrak as-built and Amtrak rebuilt

• DCC-ready features Quick Plug plug-and-play technology with 21-pin NEM connector

• Flexible rubber MU hoses

• Flexible rubber trainline hose

• Scaled from prototype resources including drawings, field measurements, photographs, and more

• Separately applied wire handrails

• Exhaust stack

• Photo etched metal radiator fan grille

• Highly-detailed underframe including air tanks with air lines, air filter, and air dryer with two different types of rock shields

• McHenry scale knuckle couplers - Kadee compatible

• Genesis driveline with 5-pole skew wound motor, precision machined flywheels, and multi-link drivetrain

• All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth & quiet operation

• All-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flow

• Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track

• LED lighting including operating ditch lights and red marker lights

• Completely-redesigned die-cast frame for superior tractive effort

• Packaging securely holds model for safe storage

• Fully-assembled and ready-to-run

• Accurately painted and printed paint schemes

 

SOUND EQUPPED MODELS ALSO FEATURE

• Onboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound

• Sound units operate in both DC and DCC

• Full DCC functions available when operated in DCC mode

• Engine, horn, and bell sounds work in DC

• All functions NMRA compatible in DCC mode

• Precision slow speed control

• Program a multiple unit (MU) lashup with lead unit only horn, bell, and lights

• Many functions can be altered via Configuration Value (CV) changes

• CV chart included in the box

• Equipped with dual 28mm round speakers

 

Amtrak - 50th Anniversary

Amtrak’s five commemorative 50th Anniversary P42 locomotives were created to celebrate 50 years as America’s Railroad, each with a different design. The lineup includes old favorites (Phase I and Dash 8 Phase III), a present day (Phase V) and two new designs (Midnight Blue and Phase VI). Athearn is working closely with Amtrak to authentically replicate each of these special liveries that will be operating across their system. Collect all five!

 


Athearn 75th Anniversary Logo

 

Building on a rich tradition started in 1946, the Athearn brand is home to the hobby’s best-loved models. Athearn has brought the joy of model railroading to you for 75 years, starting from our classic ‘Blue-Box” kits to our most recent Genesis 2.0 line. With accurate detailing and painting, Athearn is the brand that any hobbyist is proud to own and operate. No matter your era or favorite railroad, Athearn truly is “Trains in Miniature.”

 


Order Due Date: August 27, 2021

Anticipated Delivery Date: October 2022


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Product Details

Athearn Genesis - HO Scale - AMD103/P42 Diesel Locomotive - DCC Ready - Amtrak (AMTK) #100 - 50th Anniversary - Midnight Blue/White/Grey/Red With White/Red/Yellow Lettering - Bolt-On Nose - PTC Antenna Farm - Expected Release Date: 2023-09-01
141-81114
$209.99
Athearn Genesis - HO Scale - AMD103/P42 Diesel Locomotive - DCC Ready - Amtrak (AMTK) #161 - 50th Anniversary - Phase I - Grey/Red/Blue/Black/White With Black Lettering - Expected Release Date: 2023-09-01
141-81115
$209.99
Athearn Genesis - HO Scale - AMD103/P42 Diesel Locomotive - DCC Ready - Amtrak (AMTK) #160 - 50th Anniversary - Dash 8 Phase III - Grey/Blue/Red/Teal/White/Black With Black/Blue Lettering - Expected Release Date: 2023-09-01
141-81116
$209.99
Athearn Genesis - HO Scale - AMD103/P42 Diesel Locomotive - DCC Ready - Amtrak (AMTK) #46 - 50th Anniversary - Phase V - Light Grey/Blue/Red With Blue/Yellow Lettering - Bolt-On Nose - PTC Antenna Farm - Expected Release Date: 2023-09-01
141-81117
$209.99
Athearn Genesis - HO Scale - AMD103/P42 Diesel Locomotive - DCC Ready - Amtrak (AMTK) #108 - 50th Anniversary - Phase VI - Blue/Red/White/Grey With White/Yellow Lettering - Expected Release Date: 2023-09-01
141-81118
$209.99
Athearn Genesis - HO Scale - AMD103/P42 Diesel Locomotive - w/DCC & Tsunami2 Sound - Amtrak (AMTK) #100 - 50th Anniversary - Midnight Blue/White/Grey/Red With White/Red/Yellow Lettering - Bolt-On Nose - PTC Antenna Farm - Expected Release Date: 2024-01-01
141-81314
$309.99
Athearn Genesis - HO Scale - AMD103/P42 Diesel Locomotive - w/DCC & Tsunami2 Sound - Amtrak (AMTK) #161 - 50th Anniversary - Phase I - Grey/Red/Blue/Black/White With Black Lettering - Expected Release Date: 2024-01-01
141-81315
$309.99
Athearn Genesis - HO Scale - AMD103/P42 Diesel Locomotive - w/DCC & Tsunami2 Sound - Amtrak (AMTK) #160 - 50th Anniversary - Dash 8 Phase III - Grey/Blue/Red/White/Teal/Black With Black/Blue Lettering - Expected Release Date: 2024-01-01
141-81316
$309.99
Athearn Genesis - HO Scale - AMD103/P42 Diesel Locomotive - w/DCC & Tsunami2 Sound - Amtrak (AMTK) #46 - 50th Anniversary - Phase V - Light Grey/Blue/Red With Blue/Yellow Lettering - Bolt-On Nose - PTC Antenna Farm - Expected Release Date: 2024-01-01
141-81317
$309.99
Athearn Genesis - HO Scale - AMD103/P42 Diesel Locomotive - w/DCC & Tsunami2 Sound - Amtrak (AMTK) #108 - 50th Anniversary - Phase VI - Blue/Red/White/Grey With White/Yellow Lettering - Expected Release Date: 2024-01-01
141-81318
$309.99

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