© trainspo.comGE U28CG (Re/2-9)
Built by GE
Overview of the GE U28CG (Re/2-9)
Explore the powerful U28CG (Re/2-9) diesel locomotive, a robust piece of American rail engineering.
This impressive machine boasts a 2019 kW power output and served the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway in the United States.
Built by GE in 1966, its Co'Co' classification and 1435 mm gauge exemplify the reliable and sturdy design needed for heavy-duty rail transport.
Recognized as the ATSF U28CG, this locomotive stands as a significant part of railway history, showcasing the engineering prowess of the latter half of the 20th century.
GE U28CG (Re/2-9) technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | U28C | |
| Built by | GE · 196610 units | |
| Power output | 2,019 kW2,708 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' |
Operators of the GE U28CG (Re/2-9)
Railway companies that have operated the U28CG (Re/2-9), with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway | ATSF U28CG | United States |
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