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Diesel locomotive

EMD SW1000

Built by EMD

Power output
750 kW
1,006 hp
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1966–1972
119 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the EMD SW1000

Discover the robust EMD SW1000 diesel locomotive, a workhorse built between 1966 and 1972.

This Bo'Bo' locomotive features a powerful EMD 8-645E prime mover, delivering an output of 750 kW.

The SW1000 boasts a standard gauge of 1435 mm, making it a versatile asset for various rail operations.

Explore its operational history with notable carriers like Burlington Northern, GATX Rail Locomotive Group (GMTX), LTEX Rail, and Webb Asset Management in the United States.

EMD SW1000 technical specifications

Value
Built byEMD · 1966–1972119 units
Power output750 kW1,006 hp
Prime moverEMD 8-645E
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'

Operators of the EMD SW1000

Railway companies that have operated the SW1000, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Burlington NorthernBN SW1000United States
GATX Rail Locomotive Group (GMTX)GMTX SW1000United States
LTEX RailLTEX SW1000United States
Webb Asset ManagementWAMX SW1000United States

EMD SW1000 photos

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