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Diesel locomotive

EMD SD40-2B

Built by EMD, GMD

Top speed

110 km/h

68 mph

Power output

2,240 kW

3,004 hp

Weight

170 t

374,785 lb

Length

20.98 m

68 ft 10 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1972–1989

Overview of the EMD SD40-2B

Discover the powerful EMD SD40-2B diesel locomotive, a robust workhorse designed for demanding rail operations.

This versatile locomotive, built by EMD and GMD between 1972 and 1989, features the reliable Dash 2 family design.

It boasts a formidable EMD 16-645E3 prime mover, delivering an impressive 2240 kW of power output, making it suitable for heavy hauling.

With a top speed of 110 km/h and a substantial weight of 170 tons, the SD40-2B is engineered for efficiency and performance.

Its standard gauge of 1435 mm and Co'Co' classification ensure compatibility with a wide range of railway networks.

This model has seen service with notable operators, including the Burlington Northern (BN) as the BN SD40-2B class.

Explore the impressive specifications of this classic diesel locomotive.

EMD SD40-2B technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	SD40-2
Family	Dash 2
Built by	EMD, GMD · 1972–1989
Refurbished	BNR, Bombardier, Reggiane 1980
Top speed	110 km/h68 mph	68 mph
Power output	2,240 kW3,004 hp	3,004 hp
Prime mover	EMD 16-645E3
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	20.98 m68 ft 10 in	68 ft 10 in
Width	3.13 m10 ft 3 in	10 ft 3 in
Height	4.75 m15 ft 7 in	15 ft 7 in
Weight	170 t374,785 lb	374,785 lb

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Operators of the EMD SD40-2B

Railway companies that have operated the SD40-2B, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Burlington Northern	BN SD40-2B	United States

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