© trainspo.comEMD BL20-2
Built by EMD
Overview of the EMD BL20-2
Discover the powerful BL20-2 diesel locomotive, a robust workhorse designed for efficiency and reliability.
This EMD built locomotive, entering service in 1992, boasts a 1435 mm gauge and features a Bo'Bo' classification, indicating its strong performance capabilities.
Powered by an EMD 16-567C prime mover, the BL20-2 delivers an impressive 1500 kW of power, making it suitable for a variety of demanding rail operations.
As part of the San Joaquin Valley Railroad fleet, this SJVR BL20-2 exemplifies dependable motive power for freight and industrial services in the United States.
EMD BL20-2 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | EMD · 19923 units | |
| Power output | 1,500 kW2,012 hp | |
| Prime mover | EMD 16-567C | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' |
Operators of the EMD BL20-2
Railway companies that have operated the BL20-2, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| San Joaquin Valley Railroad | SJVR BL20-2 | United States |
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