EMD NW2

Built by EMD

Power output

750 kW

1,006 hp

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1939–1949

1,145 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the EMD NW2

Explore the iconic EMD NW2 diesel locomotive, a workhorse renowned for its versatility and robust performance.

Built by EMD between 1939 and 1949, this versatile locomotive served numerous prestigious railways across the United States, including the Baltimore and Ohio, Union Pacific, and Kansas City Southern.

With its reliable Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and 750 kW power output, the NW2 is a testament to enduring engineering.

Discover the rich history and operational legacy of this classic diesel locomotive.

EMD NW2 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	EMD · 1939–19491,145 units
Power output	750 kW1,006 hp	1,006 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'

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Operators of the EMD NW2

Railway companies that have operated the NW2, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad	B&O NW2	United States
Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad	BSVY NW2	United States
Burlington Northern	BN NW2	United States
Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad	CRIP NW2	United States
GATX Rail Locomotive Group (GMTX)	GMTX NW2	United States
Gulf & Ship Island Railroad	G&SI NW2R	United States
Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad	IHB NW2	United States
Kansas City Southern Railway	KCS NW2	United States
Kansas City Southern Railway	KCS NW2	United States
Missouri-Kansas-Texas	MKT NW2m	United States
St. Louis & San Francisco Railway (Frisco)	SLSF NW2	United States
Union Pacific Railroad	UP NW2	United States