ALCo S2

Built by ALCo

Power output

746 kW

1,000 hp

Length

13.86 m

45 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1940–1950

1,502 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the ALCo S2

Discover the versatile ALCo S2 diesel locomotive, a robust workhorse with an impressive power output of 746 kW. This locomotive, built between 1940 and 1950, is characterized by its Bo'Bo' axle configuration and a track gauge of 1435 mm.

It has seen service with various railway companies over the years, including Amtrak and the New York, Susquehanna and Western Railway. With a length of 13.86 meters and a width of 3.05 meters, the ALCo S2 is a proven machine for freight and shunting duties.

Experience the reliability and power of this historic diesel locomotive, which can still be found on many routes today.

ALCo S2 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	ALCo S2-S4
Built by	ALCo · 1940–19501,502 units
Power output	746 kW1,000 hp	1,000 hp
Prime mover	ALCo 539T S6
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	13.86 m45 ft 6 in	45 ft 6 in
Width	3.05 m10 ft 0 in	10 ft 0 in
Height	4.42 m14 ft 6 in	14 ft 6 in

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Operators of the ALCo S2

Railway companies that have operated the S2, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Amtrak National Railroad Passenger Corporation	AMTK S2	United States
Ashtabula Carson and Jefferson Scenic Railroad	ACJ S2	United States
New York, Susquehanna and Western Railway	NYSW S2	United States
Portland Terminal of Oregon	PTRC S2	United States
San Francisco Bay Railroad	SFBR S2	United States
US Steel	USSX S2	United States