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Diesel locomotive

EMD SDL50

Built by EMD

Power output
2,610 kW
3,500 hp
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1981–2005
31 units
Axle arrangement
Co'Co'

Overview of the EMD SDL50

Discover the powerful SDL50 diesel locomotive, a robust workhorse for the Saudi Railways Organization (SRO).

With its impressive "Co'Co'" axle configuration and an output of 2610 kW, this locomotive is designed for demanding tasks.

The SDL50, built by EMD between 1981 and 2005, is characterized by its reliability and efficiency and operates on standard gauge tracks with a track width of 1435 mm.

Experience the strength and endurance of this first-class diesel locomotive.

EMD SDL50 technical specifications

Value
Built byEMD · 1981–200531 units
Power output2,610 kW3,500 hp
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'

Operators of the EMD SDL50

Railway companies that have operated the SDL50, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Saudi Railways OrganizationSRO SDL50Saudi Arabia

EMD SDL50 photos

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