EMD SD40 M2 Chile

Built by EMD

Top speed

134 km/h

83 mph

Power output

2,240 kW

3,004 hp

Weight

160 t

352,739 lb

Length

20.02 m

65 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,676 mm

Indian broad gauge

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'

Overview of the EMD SD40 M2 Chile

Explore the robust SD40 M2 Chile, a powerful diesel locomotive designed for heavy-duty rail transport in Chile.

Built by EMD and based on the reliable SD40-2 series, this locomotive is engineered to handle demanding freight operations, offering impressive performance and durability.

With a top speed of 134 km/h and a strong Co'Co' axle configuration, the SD40 M2 Chile efficiently manages its tasks, making it a vital asset to the Chilean railway network.

Operated by TRANSPORTE FERROVIARIO ANDRÉS PIRAZZOLLI S.A. (TRANSAP) as a TRANSAP SD40 M2, its imposing dimensions include a length of 20.02 meters, a width of 3.05 meters, and a height of 4.75 meters, weighing in at a substantial 160 tons.

Its impressive 2240 kW power output provides ample force to pull heavy trains across the 1676 mm gauge tracks, ensuring efficiency and reliability in every operation.

EMD SD40 M2 Chile technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	SD40-2
Built by	EMD
Top speed	134 km/h83 mph	83 mph
Power output	2,240 kW3,004 hp	3,004 hp
Track gauge	1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in	5 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	20.02 m65 ft 8 in	65 ft 8 in
Width	3.05 m10 ft 0 in	10 ft 0 in
Height	4.75 m15 ft 7 in	15 ft 7 in
Weight	160 t352,739 lb	352,739 lb