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Diesel locomotive

EMD SD70ACu

Built by EMD

Top speed
121 km/h
75 mph
Power output
3,207 kW
4,301 hp
Length
24.43 m
80 ft 2 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Axle arrangement
Co'Co'

Overview of the EMD SD70ACu

Discover the powerful EMD SD70ACu, a modern diesel locomotive built for demanding rail operations.

Originally part of the SD90 series, these locomotives have undergone significant refurbishment, notably at Altoona Works starting in 2015.

Operating on a standard 1435 mm gauge, the SD70ACu boasts a robust Co'Co' axle configuration and a formidable power output of 3207 kW, driven by its EMD 16-710G3B prime mover.

These versatile giants are currently serving prestigious railways such as Canadian Pacific Railway in Canada and Norfolk Southern Railway in the United States, showcasing their reliability and efficiency across North America.

With a length of 24.43 meters and a width of 3.1 meters, the SD70ACu is engineered for high-speed performance, reaching up to 121 km/h, making it a key player in modern freight transportation.

EMD SD70ACu technical specifications

Value
SeriesSD90
Built byEMD
RefurbishedAltoona Works 2015
Top speed121 km/h75 mph
Power output3,207 kW4,301 hp
Prime moverEMD 16-710G3B
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Length24.43 m80 ft 2 in
Width3.1 m10 ft 2 in

Operators of the EMD SD70ACu

Railway companies that have operated the SD70ACu, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Canadian Pacific RailwayCP SD70ACUCanada
Norfolk Southern RailwayNS SD70ACuUnited States

EMD SD70ACu photos

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