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Diesel locomotive

ALCo RS-2

Built by ALCo, MLW

Weight
113 t
249,122 lb
Length
17 m
55 ft 9 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1946–1950
378 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the ALCo RS-2

Explore the robust RS-2 diesel locomotive, a powerful workhorse built by ALCo and MLW between 1946 and 1950.

This versatile diesel locomotive, with a gauge of 1435 mm and a Bo'Bo' classification, is a testament to early diesel-electric traction.

Its sturdy construction measures 17 meters in length, 3 meters in width, and 4.39 meters in height, weighing in at 113 tons.

The RS-2 model proudly served the Toledo, Peoria and Western Railway in the United States, contributing significantly to its operations.

Discover more about this iconic locomotive and its rich history in railway service.

ALCo RS-2 technical specifications

Value
Built byALCo, MLW · 1946–1950378 units
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length17 m55 ft 9 in
Width3 m9 ft 10 in
Height4.39 m14 ft 5 in
Weight113 t249,122 lb
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Operators of the ALCo RS-2

Railway companies that have operated the RS-2, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Toledo, Peoria and Western RailwayTPW RS-2United States

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