ALCo Century 420

Built by ALCo

Power output

1,500 kW

2,012 hp

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1963–1968

131 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the ALCo Century 420

Explore the robust ALCo Century 420 diesel locomotive, a distinctive icon from the 1960s.

Built between 1963 and 1968, this impressive locomotive packs a powerful punch with an output of 1500 kW, driven by an ALCo 251C V12 engine.

Featuring standard gauge of 1435 mm and a Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement, the Century 420 has served with notable railway companies across the United States, including the Arkansas and Missouri Railroad and the Delaware and Hudson Railway.

This reliable diesel locomotive represents a significant piece of railway history and remains a captivating model for train enthusiasts and locomotive admirers.

ALCo Century 420 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	ALCo · 1963–1968131 units
Power output	1,500 kW2,012 hp	2,012 hp
Prime mover	ALCo 251C V12
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'

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Operators of the ALCo Century 420

Railway companies that have operated the Century 420, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Apache Railway	APA C420	United States
Arkansas and Missouri Railroad	AM C420	United States
Delaware and Hudson Railway	DH C420	United States
Delaware–Lackawanna Railroad	DL C420	United States