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Diesel locomotive

EMD SW10

Built by EMD

Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1939–1953

Overview of the EMD SW10

Discover the reliable SW10 diesel locomotive, a workhorse built by EMD between 1939 and 1953. This popular model, often seen in the United States, notably served the Union Pacific Railroad as the UP SW10.

With a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the SW10 is a versatile locomotive designed for efficient operations. Its robust construction and dependable performance have made it a favored choice for various industrial and mainline duties.

Sourced from Utahrails.net, the SW10 represents a classic era of diesel locomotive engineering, offering power and utility that has stood the test of time.

EMD SW10 technical specifications

Value
Built byEMD · 1939–1953
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in

Operators of the EMD SW10

Railway companies that have operated the SW10, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Union Pacific RailroadUP SW10United States

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