EMD G22CW

Built by Astarsa, EMD, EVSA

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Weight

89.4 t

197,093 lb

Length

18.4 m

60 ft 4 in

Years built

1968–1990

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'

Overview of the EMD G22CW

Discover the robust G22CW locomotive, a versatile diesel workhorse known for its powerful EMD 12-645E prime mover and reliable Co'Co' wheel arrangement.

This notable locomotive series, built by Astarsa, EMD, and EVSA between 1968 and 1990, boasts a top speed of 120 km/h and a substantial weight of 89.4 tonnes, making it ideal for various rail operations.

The G22CW's adaptable design is evident in its dual gauge compatibility, running on both 1676 mm and 1435 mm tracks, with a length of 18.4 meters.

It has served with distinction across South America, including Argentina with Trenes Argentinos Cargas and Trenes Argentinos Operadora Ferroviaria, as well as Special Argentine Trains (TEA), and in Peru with Ferrocarril Central Andino.

EMD G22CW technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	G22C
Built by	Astarsa, EMD, EVSA · 1968–1990
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Prime mover	EMD 12-645E
Track gauge	1676 mm, 1435 mm
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	18.4 m60 ft 4 in	60 ft 4 in
Weight	89.4 t197,093 lb	197,093 lb

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Operators of the EMD G22CW

Railway companies that have operated the G22CW, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Special Argentine Trains	TEA G22CW	Argentina
Trenes Argentinos Cargas	BCYL G22CW	Argentina
Trenes Argentinos Operadora Ferroviaria	SOFSE G22CW	Argentina
Ferrocarril Central Andino	FCCA G22CW	Peru