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Diesel locomotive

EVSA G22CW

Built by Astarsa, EMD, EVSA

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Weight
89.4 t
197,093 lb
Length
18.4 m
60 ft 4 in
Years built
1968–1990
Axle arrangement
Co'Co'

Overview of the EVSA G22CW

Discover the robust G22CW diesel locomotive, a versatile workhorse in rail operations.

This EMD-powered locomotive, built between 1968 and 1990 by Astarsa, EMD, and EVSA, boasts a formidable 12-645E prime mover and a powerful Co'Co' wheel arrangement.

With a top speed of 120 km/h, the G22CW is designed for efficiency and reliability on the tracks.

Its impressive length of 18.4 meters and weight of 89.4 tons contribute to its stability and hauling capabilities across various rail gauges, including 1676 mm and 1435 mm.

This locomotive series has served with distinction in Argentina with Trenes Argentinos Cargas, Trenes Argentinos Operadora Ferroviaria, and Special Argentine Trains, as well as in Peru with Ferrocarril Central Andino.

Explore the enduring legacy and operational excellence of the G22CW locomotive.

EVSA G22CW technical specifications

Value
SeriesG22C
Built byAstarsa, EMD, EVSA · 1968–1990
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Prime moverEMD 12-645E
Track gauge1676 mm, 1435 mm
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Length18.4 m60 ft 4 in
Weight89.4 t197,093 lb

Operators of the EVSA G22CW

Railway companies that have operated the G22CW, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Special Argentine TrainsTEA G22CWArgentina
Trenes Argentinos CargasBCYL G22CWArgentina
Trenes Argentinos Operadora FerroviariaSOFSE G22CWArgentina
Ferrocarril Central AndinoFCCA G22CWPeru

EVSA G22CW photos

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