Athearn Genesis (HO)

Athearn introduced the Genesis line in the late 1990s as its premium brand. The goal was higher detail and better prototype accuracy than the long-running Blue Box kits. Genesis models featured finely tooled shells, road-specific details, and factory-applied paint and lettering. Early releases centered on diesel locomotives and freight cars, with passenger equipment added later. The Genesis line helped Athearn move into the high-end HO scale market while maintaining reliable performance and ready-to-run convenience.​