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Diesel locomotive

GE P40DC

Built by GE

Top speed
166 km/h
103 mph
Power output
3,171 kW
4,252 hp
Weight
122 t
268,964 lb
Length
21.34 m
70 ft 0 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1992–2001

Overview of the GE P40DC

Explore the GE P40DC, a powerful diesel locomotive built between 1992 and 2001.

This impressive machine boasts a 3171 kW power output and a top speed of 166 km/h, operating on a standard 1435 mm gauge.

Part of the renowned Genesis family, the P40DC is celebrated for its modern design and dependable performance, playing a vital role in passenger rail services across the United States.

Serving prominent operators like Amtrak, Connecticut Department of Transportation, and New Jersey Transit, this locomotive embodies efficiency and resilience in its operations.

With its substantial 21.34-meter length and 122-tonne weight, the P40DC stands as a testament to exceptional railway engineering.

GE P40DC technical specifications

Value
SeriesGenesis
FamilyGenesis
Built byGE · 1992–2001
Top speed166 km/h103 mph
Power output3,171 kW4,252 hp
Prime moverGE 7FDL-16
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length21.34 m70 ft 0 in
Height4.47 m14 ft 8 in
Weight122 t268,964 lb

Operators of the GE P40DC

Railway companies that have operated the P40DC, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Amtrak National Railroad Passenger CorporationAMTK P40DCUnited States
Connecticut Department of TransportationCNDX P40DCUnited States
New Jersey TransitNJT P40DCUnited States

GE P40DC photos

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