© trainspo.comGE U20C 1000mm
Built by GE
Overview of the GE U20C 1000mm
Discover the robust U20C diesel locomotive, a powerful unit from the iconic GE Universal Series.
Designed for 1000mm gauge railways, this locomotive boasts a top speed of 100 km/h and a reliable Co'Co' axle configuration, making it a workhorse for heavy-duty transport.
Operating in Brazil with leading companies like Ferrovia Centro-Atlântica, MRS Logística, and VLI Logística Integrada, the U20C exemplifies efficiency and durability. Its distinctive design and solid performance make it an essential asset for freight operations on metric gauge lines.
GE U20C 1000mm technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | U20C | |
| Family | GE Universal Series | |
| Built by | GE | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' |
Operators of the GE U20C 1000mm
Railway companies that have operated the U20C 1000mm, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Ferrovia Centro-Atlântica | FCA U20C | Brazil |
| MRS Logística | MRS U20C | Brazil |
| Vale Logística Integrada | VLI U20C | Brazil |
GE U20C 1000mm photos
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