EMD F59PH

Built by EMD, GMD

Top speed

177 km/h

110 mph

Power output

2,240 kW

3,004 hp

Length

17.73 m

58 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1988–1994

83 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the EMD F59PH

Discover the EMD F59PH, a powerful diesel locomotive renowned for its reliability and performance in passenger service.

Built by EMD and GMD between 1988 and 1994, this versatile locomotive boasts a top speed of 177 km/h and a robust 2240 kW power output, driven by its EMD 12-710G3A prime mover.

The F59PH, with its standard gauge of 1435 mm and a length of 17.73 m, has served notable operators across Canada and the United States, including GO Transit, Metrolink, and TRE.

Its Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement ensures efficient traction for countless journeys.

EMD F59PH technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	F59PH
Built by	EMD, GMD · 1988–199483 units
Top speed	177 km/h110 mph	110 mph
Power output	2,240 kW3,004 hp	3,004 hp
Prime mover	EMD 12-710G3A
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	17.73 m58 ft 2 in	58 ft 2 in

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Operators of the EMD F59PH

Railway companies that have operated the F59PH, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
GO Transit	GOT F59PH	Canada
Metropolitan Transportation Agency	AMT F59PH	Canada
LTEX Rail	LTEX F59PH	United States
Metrolink Southern California	SCAX F59PH	United States
Trinity Railway Express	TRE F59PH	United States