© trainspo.comEMD SD39 (1676mm)
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Overview of the EMD SD39 (1676mm)
Discover the EMD SD39 locomotive, a powerful diesel workhorse designed for heavy freight operations.
With an impressive power output of 1720 kW and a gauge of 1676 mm, this locomotive is built for demanding tasks.
Its robust construction and Co'Co' axle configuration make it a reliable choice for railway operators. The SD39 has demonstrated its versatility and capability in Chile, where it is utilized by FEPASA and TRANSAP for freight services.
This locomotive embodies efficiency and strength, ideal for challenging rail transport needs. Experience the power and dependability of the EMD SD39, a locomotive engineered for peak performance.
EMD SD39 (1676mm) technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | EMD SD39 | |
| Built by | EMD | |
| Power output | 1,720 kW2,307 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 20.05 m65 ft 9 in |
Operators of the EMD SD39 (1676mm)
Railway companies that have operated the SD39 (1676mm), with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Chilean Freight Operation Concession | FEPASA SD39 M2 | Chile |
| TRANSporte Ferroviario Andrés Pirazolli S.A. | TRANSAP SD39 M3 | Chile |
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