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Diesel locomotive

EMD G8

Built by EMD

Weight
69 t
152,119 lb
Track gauge
1,000 mm
Metre gauge
Years built
1954–1965
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the EMD G8

Discover the EMD G8, a powerful and versatile diesel locomotive built between 1954 and 1965. This robust machine weighs 69 tons and features a Bo'Bo' axle configuration, making it well-suited for demanding railway operations.

The G8 has a notable history of service in Brazil, contributing significantly to the fleets of Ferrovia Centro-Atlântica (FCA G8) and Vale Logística Integrada (VLI G8). Its reliability in freight transport has made it a valuable asset for these operators.

With a gauge of 1000 mm, the EMD G8 showcases effective and durable railway engineering, proving its adaptability to specific rail networks. Explore the enduring legacy of this iconic diesel locomotive.

EMD G8 technical specifications

Value
SeriesEMD G8
Built byEMD · 1954–1965
Track gauge1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Weight69 t152,119 lb
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Operators of the EMD G8

Railway companies that have operated the G8, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Ferrovia Centro-AtlânticaFCA G8Brazil
Vale Logística IntegradaVLI G8Brazil

EMD G8 photos

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