Athearn Genesis 78394 - Bay Window Caboose w/ Lights & Sound Southern Pacific (SP) 4699 - HO Scale

NOTE: Image is representative of the paint scheme only. See listing for actual car number.

The ultimate detail with the best Genesis features.

International Car Co. began specializing in caboose production as early as 1941. When the railroads entered the 1960s, many needed to replace their aging, in some cases home shop built, cabooses. International Car responded with a product that could be tailored to each railroad’s specific needs. Using quality components and modern engineering, ICC became a leading name within the industry.

Sharing ICC's commitment to quality and modern techniques, Athearn has not only recreated these iconic cars, but reinvented the quintessential features a Genesis caboose should have.

DCC lighting as a base standard with the option for sound will add a whole new dimension to operating sessions. Protect reverse moves and simulate train brakes, begins to scratch the surface to the new dimension of realism.

SP 46XX SERIES FEATURES:

• SP C-50-8 Class caboose
• Trucks with Late style generator details
• Air whistle (Functions in DCC)

SP SERIES FEATURES:

• SP C-50-9 Class caboose
• SP Police scheme
• Road number-specific details
• non-operating bay window spot lights
• Roof-mounted RV style Air Conditioners
• Functioning maker and interior lights in DCC
• Air whistle (Functions in DCC)
• Era: 1990’s+

During the late 1980’s, SP was being targeted by people breaking into trains and stealing inner contents. To combat this, they retrofitted a few cabooses and even an old passenger car with special equipment, and assigned with special agents to ride in them in hopes of catching the thieves.