ATSF GP30u

Built by EMD

Length

17.12 m

56 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the ATSF GP30u

Discover the EMD GP30u diesel locomotive, a versatile workhorse renowned for its power and reliability.

This iconic locomotive, often identified by its distinctive "bulldog nose," has served with distinction across various US railways, including the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway (ATSF) and BNSF Railway.

The GP30u, a refurbished model of the EMD GP30, features a robust EMD 16-645E3 prime mover and a standard 1435 mm gauge, making it suitable for a wide range of rail operations.

With a length of 17.12 meters and a Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement, this diesel locomotive exemplifies efficiency and performance in freight and passenger service.

Explore the legacy of the GP30u and its contributions to American railroading history.

ATSF GP30u technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	EMD GP30
Built by	EMD
Refurbished	ATSF
Prime mover	EMD 16-645E3
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	17.12 m56 ft 2 in	56 ft 2 in

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Operators of the ATSF GP30u

Railway companies that have operated the GP30u, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway	ATSF GP30u	United States
BNSF Railway	BNSF GP30u	United States
Coos Bay Rail Line	CBRL GP30u	United States
Washington Eastern Railroad	WER GP30u	United States