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Diesel locomotive

EMD F40PH-2CAT

Built by EMD, GMD

Top speed
166 km/h
103 mph
Power output
2,400 kW
3,218 hp
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1976–1992
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the EMD F40PH-2CAT

Explore the powerful F40PH-2CAT diesel locomotive, a robust workhorse built by EMD and GMD from 1976 to 1992.

This versatile locomotive, featuring a Bo'Bo' classification and an impressive 2400 kW power output, has been a staple for prominent US rail operators such as MTA Metro-North Railroad and New Jersey Transit.

With a top speed of 166 km/h and a standard 1435 mm gauge, the F40PH-2CAT also benefited from significant refurbishments between 2000 and 2004, ensuring its continued reliability and performance on the rails.

EMD F40PH-2CAT technical specifications

Value
SeriesF40PH
FamilyDash 2
Built byEMD, GMD · 1976–1992
RefurbishedConrail 2000 - 2004 (4)
Top speed166 km/h103 mph
Power output2,400 kW3,218 hp
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
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Operators of the EMD F40PH-2CAT

Railway companies that have operated the F40PH-2CAT, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
MTA Metro-North RailroadMNCW F40PH-2CATUnited States
New Jersey TransitNJT F40PH-2CATUnited States

EMD F40PH-2CAT photos

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