GMD CGR M2

Built by EMD, GMD

Top speed

112 km/h

70 mph

Weight

79 t

174,165 lb

Track gauge

1,676 mm

Indian broad gauge

Years built

1954–1966

14 units

Axle arrangement

(A1A)(A1A)

Overview of the GMD CGR M2

Discover the CGR M2, a powerful diesel locomotive that served Sri Lanka Railways with distinction.

Built by EMD and GMD between 1954 and 1966, this robust locomotive boasts a top speed of 112 km/h and features a distinctive (A1A)(A1A) wheel arrangement.

With a weight of 79 tons and an axle load of 19.75 tons, the CGR M2 was a reliable workhorse on the broad gauge 1676mm tracks of Sri Lanka.

Explore the history and specifications of this iconic diesel locomotive.

GMD CGR M2 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	G12
Built by	EMD, GMD · 1954–196614 units
Top speed	112 km/h70 mph	70 mph
Track gauge	1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in	5 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	(A1A)(A1A)
Weight	79 t174,165 lb	174,165 lb
Axle load	19.75 t43,541 lb	43,541 lb