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Diesel locomotive

GE GT26CU-2

Built by GE

Top speed
80 km/h
50 mph
Power output
2,980 kW
3,996 hp
Track gauge
1,000 mm
Metre gauge
Years built
1997–2006
141 units
Axle arrangement
B'B'B'B'

Overview of the GE GT26CU-2

Discover the robust GT26CU-2 diesel locomotive, a powerful traction unit engineered for exceptional performance.

Part of the renowned Dash 9 family and the GT26 series, this locomotive boasts a formidable 2980 kW power output, ensuring reliability across diverse rail operations.

Built by GE between 1997 and 2006, the GT26CU-2 features a 1000 mm gauge and a B'B'B'B' axle configuration, making it suitable for specific railway infrastructures.

Its operational history highlights significant service in Brazil with the Estrada de Ferro Vitoria a Minas, classified as EFVM BB40-9W, underscoring its adaptability and operational prowess on an international stage.

GE GT26CU-2 technical specifications

Value
SeriesGT26
FamilyDash 9
Built byGE · 1997–2006141 units
Top speed80 km/h50 mph
Power output2,980 kW3,996 hp
Track gauge1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangementB'B'B'B'

Operators of the GE GT26CU-2

Railway companies that have operated the GT26CU-2, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Estrada de Ferro Vitoria a MinasEFVM BB40-9WBrazil

GE GT26CU-2 photos

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