The EMD SD40-2 is a 3,000-horsepower (2,200 kW) C-C diesel–electric locomotive built by EMD from 1972 to 1997. The SD40-2 was introduced in January 1972 as part of EMD's Dash 2 …

Feb 20, 2025 · No other second-generation locomotive compared to the SD40 series; its two flagship models defined EMD's dedication to quality during this era. The SD40-2 became the …

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The EMD (Electro Motive Division) SD40-2 (pronounced SD40 "Dash 2") is a type of six-axle, 16-cylinder diesel locomotive built from 1972 to 1986. However, 25 specialty cowl-bodied units …

When EMD designed the SD40-2, they literally designed the most reliable, cost-efficient, heavy-service locomotive ever built, creating a favorite among train crews and shop employees alike.

The Electromotive Division SD40 is a 6 axle, 3,000 HP diesel-electric locomotive built by EMD from 1966 to 1971. It uses a turbo charged 16 cylinder 645 diesel engine rated at 3,000 HP. It …

The EMD SD40 is an American 6-axle diesel-electric locomotive built by General Motors Electro-Motive Division between January 1966 and August 1972.

Mar 17, 2025 · The SD38-2, SD40-2 and SD45-2 were introduced in 1972 as replacements for the SD38, SD40 and SD45 respectively. They retained the same respective horsepower ratings …

Versions of the SD40 modified for the Australian loading gauge were sold to WAGR and Victorian Railways as their L and C classes respectively. The SD40 was succeeded by an upgraded …

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