© trainspo.comALCo C630M
Built by ALCo
Overview of the ALCo C630M
Explore the robust C630M diesel locomotive, a true workhorse of North American railways.
Built by ALCo between 1967 and 1969, this locomotive is renowned for its durability and Co'Co' axle configuration, perfectly suited for any track.
Powered by an ALCo 251E V16 engine, the C630M delivers excellent performance on both the Cape Breton and Central Nova Scotia Railway in Canada and the Western New York and Pennsylvania Railroad in the United States.
Featuring a standard 1435 mm gauge, the C630M is a historically significant and high-performing choice for both freight and passenger transport.
ALCo C630M technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | ALCo C630 | |
| Built by | ALCo · 1967–196956 units | |
| Prime mover | ALCo 251E V16 | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' |
Operators of the ALCo C630M
Railway companies that have operated the C630M, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Breton and Central Nova Scotia Railway | CBNS C630M | Canada |
| Western New York and Pennsylvania Railroad | WNYP C630M | United States |
ALCo C630M photos
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