© trainspo.comEMD G12 1600mm
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Overview of the EMD G12 1600mm
Discover the powerful and reliable G12 1600mm diesel locomotive, a workhorse designed for heavy-duty rail operations.
Built by EMD, this locomotive boasts a top speed of 121 km/h, making it suitable for various freight and industrial applications.
With a broad gauge of 1600 mm, a length of 14.38 meters, and a width of 3.5 meters, the G12 exemplifies efficient and robust railway engineering.
Weighing 80 tons and offering a substantial tractive effort of 187 kN, it possesses the strength needed to haul significant loads across diverse terrains.
This versatile locomotive has served with distinction in Brazil for operators like América Latina Logística Norte (ALL Norte G12) and Ferrovia Bandeirantes S.A. (Ferroban G12).
The G12 1600mm continues to prove its enduring performance and adaptability in the demanding world of rail transport.
EMD G12 1600mm technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | G12 | |
| Built by | EMD | |
| Top speed | 121 km/h75 mph | |
| Tractive effort | 187 kN42,039 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,600 mmIrish gauge5 ft 3 in | |
| Length | 14.38 m47 ft 2 in | |
| Width | 3.5 m11 ft 6 in | |
| Weight | 80 t176,370 lb |
Operators of the EMD G12 1600mm
Railway companies that have operated the G12 1600mm, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| América Latina Logística Norte | ALL Norte G12 | Brazil |
| Ferrovia Bandeirantes S.A., | Ferroban G12 | Brazil |
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