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Diesel locomotive

EMD NW2m

Built by EMD

Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1939–1949
1,145 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the EMD NW2m

Discover the versatile NW2m diesel locomotive, a workhorse with a rich history of service.

Originally built by EMD between 1939 and 1949, this locomotive represents a significant era in rail transportation. Many units were later refurbished between 1959 and 1960, extending their operational life and utility.

The NW2m features a standard gauge of 1435 mm, making it compatible with extensive railway networks. Its Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement signifies its powerful traction and maneuverability, ideal for various operational demands.

This particular model, identified as CR NW2m, saw service with Conrail, the Consolidated Rail Corporation, in the United States. Its robust design and reliable performance contributed to its long-standing presence on the rails.

Explore the specifications of this classic diesel locomotive, a testament to enduring engineering and operational excellence in the railway industry.

EMD NW2m technical specifications

Value
Built byEMD · 1939–19491,145 units
Refurbished1959 - 1960 (5)
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'

Operators of the EMD NW2m

Railway companies that have operated the NW2m, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Conrail: Consolidated Rail CorporationCR NW2mUnited States

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