© trainspo.comEMD GP15D
Built by EMD, MPI
Overview of the EMD GP15D
Discover the versatile GP15D, a robust diesel locomotive engineered for efficiency and reliability.
This model, produced by EMD and MPI between 2000 and 2004, features a powerful 1120 kW output, making it suitable for a variety of railway operations.
With a standard gauge of 1435 mm and a Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement, the GP15D offers excellent track stability and maneuverability, ensuring smooth transit across diverse terrains.
Its design focuses on practical performance, serving effectively within passenger services like those offered by Amtrak National Railroad Passenger Corporation in the United States.
Explore the capabilities of the GP15D, a testament to modern locomotive engineering and a valuable asset to any rail network.
EMD GP15D technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | EMD, MPI · 2000–200420 units | |
| Power output | 1,120 kW1,502 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' |
Operators of the EMD GP15D
Railway companies that have operated the GP15D, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Amtrak National Railroad Passenger Corporation | AMTK GP15D | United States |
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