© trainspo.comEMD SD35
Built by EMD
Overview of the EMD SD35
Discover the EMD SD35, a robust diesel locomotive designed for heavy-duty freight service.
Built by EMD between 1964 and 1966, this reliable workhorse features a Co'Co' axle arrangement and a standard gauge of 1435 mm.
The SD35 has served with prominent North American railroads, including Conrail, Montana Rail Link, and the Norfolk and Western Railway, demonstrating its enduring utility and performance.
Explore the legacy of this classic locomotive, a testament to American railway engineering.
EMD SD35 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | EMD · 1964–1966360 units | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' |
Operators of the EMD SD35
Railway companies that have operated the SD35, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Conrail: Consolidated Rail Corporation | CR SD35 | United States |
| Montana Rail Link | MRL SD35 | United States |
| Norfolk and Western Railway | NW SD35 | United States |
EMD SD35 photos
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