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Diesel locomotive

EMD Argentina GA-8

Built by EMD

Top speed

57 km/h

35 mph

Weight

54.4 t

119,931 lb

Track gauge

1,676 mm

Indian broad gauge

Overview of the EMD Argentina GA-8

Explore the robust Argentina GA-8 diesel locomotive, a reliable workhorse designed for the demanding rail operations in Argentina.

Built by EMD and part of the GA8 series, this locomotive efficiently serves the ALL Central / San Martín network, playing a key role in essential cargo transport.

With a substantial weight of 54.4 tons and operating on a 1676 mm gauge, the Argentina GA-8 is capable of reaching speeds of up to 57 km/h, showcasing its enduring strength and performance on Argentine tracks.

EMD Argentina GA-8 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	GA8
Built by	EMD
Top speed	57 km/h35 mph	35 mph
Track gauge	1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in	5 ft 6 in
Weight	54.4 t119,931 lb	119,931 lb

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Operators of the EMD Argentina GA-8

Railway companies that have operated the Argentina GA-8, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
ALL Central / San Martín	ALL Central GA-8	Argentina

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