© trainspo.comEMD SD70MAC
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Overview of the EMD SD70MAC
Explore the powerful EMD SD70MAC diesel locomotive, a versatile workhorse known for its robust design and impressive hauling capabilities.
This locomotive series, built by EMD between 1993 and 2004, features a Co'Co' axle configuration and is powered by the reliable EMD 16-710G3 series prime mover, delivering a significant 3200 kW of power output.
The SD70MAC operates on a standard 1435 mm gauge and has been a staple for numerous railway companies across the United States and Mexico, including Alaska Railroad, BNSF Railway, CSX Transportation, and Kansas City Southern Railway.
EMD SD70MAC technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | SD70 | |
| Built by | EMD · 1993–20041,109 units | |
| Power output | 3,200 kW4,291 hp | |
| Prime mover | EMD 16-710G3 series | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' |
Operators of the EMD SD70MAC
Railway companies that have operated the SD70MAC, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Transportación Ferroviaria Mexicana | TFM SD70MAC | Mexico |
| Alaska Railroad | ARR SD70MAC | United States |
| BNSF Railway | BNSF SD70MAC | United States |
| Burlington Northern | BN SD70MAC | United States |
| Colorado Pacific Rio Grande | CXRG SD70MAC | United States |
| CSX Transportation | CSXT SD70MAC | United States |
| Evansville Western Railway | EVWR SD70MAC | United States |
| Kansas City Southern Railway | KCS SD70MAC | United States |
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