GE Dash 9-44CW

Built by GE

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

3,280 kW

4,399 hp

Weight

193 t

425,492 lb

Length

22.3 m

73 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1993–2004

Overview of the GE Dash 9-44CW

Discover the powerful GE Dash 9-44CW, a robust diesel locomotive renowned for its impressive performance and versatility. This iconic diesel-electric workhorse has served numerous prominent railways across North America and beyond.

Built by General Electric between 1993 and 2004, the Dash 9-44CW boasts a formidable GE 7FDL-16 prime mover, delivering a substantial 3280 kW of power output. With a maximum speed of 120 km/h and a tractive effort of 470 kN, it's ideally suited for heavy freight hauling operations.

This locomotive features a standard gauge of 1435 mm and a Co'Co' wheel arrangement, contributing to its stability and traction. Its substantial weight of 193 tonnes and impressive length of 22.3 meters underscore its capability to pull long, heavy trains across diverse terrains.

The Dash 9-44CW has been a staple for prestigious rail operators such as BNSF Railway, Canadian National Railway, Norfolk Southern Railway, and Union Pacific Railroad, among others. Explore the specifications and operational history of this significant piece of railway engineering.

GE Dash 9-44CW technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Family	Dash 9
Built by	GE · 1993–2004
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	3,280 kW4,399 hp	4,399 hp
Tractive effort	470 kN105,660 lbf	105,660 lbf
Prime mover	GE 7FDL-16
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	22.3 m73 ft 2 in	73 ft 2 in
Width	3.12 m10 ft 3 in	10 ft 3 in
Height	4.88 m16 ft 0 in	16 ft 0 in
Weight	193 t425,492 lb	425,492 lb

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Operators of the GE Dash 9-44CW

Railway companies that have operated the Dash 9-44CW, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Estrada de Ferro Carajás	EFC Dash 9-44CW	Brazil
Canadian National Railway	CN C44-9W	Canada
Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway	ATSF C44-9W	United States
BNSF Railway	BNSF C44-9W	United States
Conrail: Consolidated Rail Corporation	CR C44-9W	United States
Kansas City Southern Railway	KCS 9-44CW	United States
Norfolk Southern Railway	NS C44-9W	United States
Southern Pacific Transportation Company	SP C44-9W	United States
Union Pacific Railroad	UP C44-9W	United States