© trainspo.comEMD GT22CW-2
Built by Astarsa, EMD
Overview of the EMD GT22CW-2
Discover the powerful GT22CW-2 locomotive, a robust diesel workhorse designed for efficiency and reliability on the rails.
This versatile locomotive, built by Astarsa and EMD, features a 1676 mm gauge and a Co'Co' wheel arrangement, making it suitable for demanding freight operations.
With a length of 17.37 meters, the GT22CW-2 has served with prominent operators in Argentina, including Ferroexpreso Pampeano, Ferrobaires, and Trenes Argentinos.
Explore the impressive specifications and history of this notable locomotive.
EMD GT22CW-2 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | GT22 | |
| Built by | Astarsa, EMD | |
| Track gauge | 1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 17.37 m57 ft 0 in | |
| Width | 2.83 m9 ft 3 in | |
| Height | 4.03 m13 ft 3 in |
Operators of the EMD GT22CW-2
Railway companies that have operated the GT22CW-2, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Ferrobaires - UEPFP | Ferrobaires GT22CW-2 | Argentina |
| Ferroexpreso Pampeano | FEPSA GT22CW-2 | Argentina |
| Trenes Argentinos Operadora Ferroviaria | SOFSE GT22CW-2 | Argentina |
EMD GT22CW-2 photos
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