{"product_id":"athng-2077","title":"Athearn HO 2077 - Genesis - 4-8-8-4 'Big Boy' Locomotive \u0026 CA-11 Caboose w\/DCC \u0026 Sound \"Union Pacific\" #4014","description":"\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.2172%;\"\u003eAnnounced Date:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 67.7828%;\"\u003eOctober 2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.2172%;\"\u003eReleased Date:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 67.7828%;\"\u003eMarch 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.2172%;\"\u003eIndividually Boxed:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 67.7828%;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad Name: Union Pacific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad Number: 4014, Snowbus Caboose 25809\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Line: Genesis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: HO Scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCatalog: Athearns October 2024 Announcement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBIG BOY FEATURES:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• 2024 style new “Big Boy” font printed on smokebox door\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Current tender markings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Additional “plaques” applied to boiler and tender\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• “Polished” cylinder heads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• “Polished” paint finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• PTC Equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSNOWBUS FEATURES:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Unique body style with enclosed end porches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Features insulated, -non-opening windows\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• MU pedestal and rubber signal hoses unique to these cars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Additional center-mounted porch light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Original straight steps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSTEAM LOCOMOTIVE FEATURES:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Illuminated number boards and headlights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Headlight turns off in reverse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Illuminated directional back-up light in the tender\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Correctly operating eccentric cranks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Adjustable top cab vent and cab windows\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Pivoting front and rear engines for negotiating 18” radius curves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Current pick-up on all driver and wheels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Boiler backhead with full details and printed gauges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Synchronized chuff, whistle, bell, blow-down, air compressor, dyno and\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003epop-off valve sounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• User-controlled whistle, short whistle, bell, squeal, coupler crash,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003einjector, water stop and light dimmer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Individually applied detail parts, including brass-painted bell and whistle,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003epiping, valves, generator, steps, air pump, air tanks, reverser and\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ecoupler lift bar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Front coupler pocket can be inserted to mount operating coupler\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Dual speakers for great sound quality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Upgraded headlight lighting with brighter LED\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Improved loco-to-tender connection harness for increased durability and\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eserviceability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Minimum recommended radius: 22”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCA-11 CABOOSE FEATURES:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Better than brass detail™ including roadname and road number specific detail and laser-sharp painting and printing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Fully detailed interior including conductor’s desk, stove, sink, bathroom, radio stand, and more\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Lighting functions in DCC with brightness control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Lit walkway lights; an Athearn Genesis ICC Caboose first\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• See-through end platforms and steps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Etched metal window screens on door and some side windows\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Flush window glazing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Wire-form grab irons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Caboose trucks with rotating roller bearing caps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Axle generator details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Body-mounted McHenry® scale knuckle-spring Couplers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Multiple road numbers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Separate wireform grab irons, etched metal coupler platforms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Coupler lift bars, trainline hoses, brake hoses, and hardware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Full underframe detail: air brake reservoir, control valve, and brake cylinder with plumbing and brake rod details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Machined metal wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Weighted for trouble-free operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Fully assembled and ready-to-run out of the box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Accurately painted and printed for prototypical realism\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Highly detailed, injection-molded body\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e• Window packaging for easy viewing, plus interior plastic blister safely holds the model for convenient storage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Minimum radius: 18”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLOCOMOTIVE SOUND-EQUIPPED MODELS ALSO FEATURE:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• On-board DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Dual speakers for optimal sound quality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Sound units operate in both DC and DCC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Full DCC functions available when operated in DCC mode\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Engine, whistle, and bell sounds work in DC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• All functions NMRA compatible in DCC mode\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Precision slow speed control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Program a multiple unit (MU) lashup with lead unit only horn, bell, and lights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Many functions can be altered via Configuration Value (CV) changes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• CV chart included in the box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCABOOSE SOUND-EQUIPPED MODELS ALSO FEATURE:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• On-board DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami Soundcar sound\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Air horn or trainline air whistle as appropriate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Clickety-clack with optional wheel flat spot sounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Brake set\/release sounds including retainers and brake squeal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• ”Big Hole” emergency brake application sound\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Handbrake tie-down\/release\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Adjustable flange squeal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Air horn, and bell sounds work seamlessly with Soundtraxx locomotive sound decoders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Supports advanced consisting in DCC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Full DCC functions available when operated in DCC mode\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• All functions NMRA compatible in DCC mode\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e                \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnion Pacific wanted something that could make the same speeds as the Challengers but could carry the entire 4,290-ton train over the Wasatch Mountains without a helper. The easiest solution was to scale up the successful Challenger design by adding another pair of drivers to each half of the locomotive, thus making a 4-8-8-4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e                \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn 1941, UP placed an order for twenty 4-8-8-4’s, numbered 4000 through 4019, with the American Locomotive Works. According to legend, an unidentified machinist at the ALCO plant is responsible for the name “Big Boy”, having scrawled the name in chalk on a partially completed locomotive. The Big Boys were exactly what the railroad wanted. They were coal burners with 68-inch drivers, 135,375 pounds of tractive effort and 6,000 horsepower. They started service on the line from Ogden to Green River, Wyoming and their operating range soon increased to cover the line all the way to Cheyenne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e                \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTraffic during WWII resulted in five more Big Boys, numbered 4020 through 2024. being built in 1944. These versions were slightly heavier than the original order due to wartime materials restrictions. Despite the influx of diesel locomotives following WWII, the Big Boys and Challengers remained the prime power on the Overland Route. They also say service as helpers, leading gas turbines and diesels over Sherman Hill. They remained active through the 1950s and weren’t retired until the early 1960s. By then, the first twenty units had been running well over one million miles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBig Boy No. 4014 departed on the “Heartland of America Tour” on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, from Cheyenne, Wyoming, traveling across nine additional states: Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas. The eight-week tour concludes in late October 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e                \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnion Pacific modified a total of five CA-11 cabooses to serve as ‘Snowbuses’. Two of these had their porches fully enclosed for this assignment. These cars were equipped with MU and signal hoses as they were positioned in the middle of back-to-back locomotives which amounted to the entire train. The Snowbus would ferry crews to locations otherwise unreachable in the worst weather. Recently, 25809 was included in 2023’s Big Boy #4014 excursion train.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e                \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis special set includes UP 4014 and snowbus caboose 25809 (part of the Big Boy’s 2024 excursion train). Special box art will be featured with a Texas motif, which is unique to this one-time-only release. Additionally, the 4014 will feature details and decoration to better match its current appearance, such as polished cylinder heads, rear tender markings, Sinclair antennas on the cab, and various commemorative plaques on the loco and tender. Athearn is tooling new details as well, such as the triple dynamos, PTC boxes, and tender oil bunker details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Athearn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50058981900534,"sku":"ATHNG-2077","price":639.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/0560\/files\/ATHG-2077_A0_KWK3LZXB.jpg?v=1772322709","url":"https:\/\/mrmuffinstrains.com\/products\/athng-2077","provider":"MrMuffin'sTrains","version":"1.0","type":"link"}