© trainspo.comGE E60C
Built by GE
Overview of the GE E60C
Discover the powerful GE E60C electric locomotive, a significant piece of railway engineering that played a key role for the Black Mesa and Lake Powell Railroad and the Navajo Mine Railroad in the United States.
Built by GE between 1972 and 1976, this locomotive boasts impressive performance, including a top speed of 145 km/h and a formidable 4000 kW power output.
Measuring 21.34 meters in length and weighing 176 tons, the E60C is a robust machine engineered for heavy-duty operations. Its Co'Co' axle configuration and a 1435 mm gauge make it suitable for a variety of rail lines.
Explore the fascinating E60C locomotive and learn more about its contribution to railway history.
GE E60C technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | GE E60 | |
| Built by | GE · 1972–1976 | |
| Top speed | 145 km/h90 mph | |
| Power output | 4,000 kW5,364 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 21.34 m70 ft 0 in | |
| Weight | 176 t388,013 lb |
Operators of the GE E60C
Railway companies that have operated the E60C, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Black Mesa and Lake Powell Railroad | BLKM E60C | United States |
| Navajo Mine Railroad | NMRR E60C | United States |
GE E60C photos
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