GMD GP40-2LW

Built by GMD

Top speed

105 km/h

65 mph

Length

18.03 m

59 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1974–1976

268 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the GMD GP40-2LW

Discover the powerful GP40-2LW diesel locomotive, a workhorse built by GMD between 1974 and 1976. This robust unit features an EMD 16-645E3 prime mover, delivering reliable performance for various railway operations.

With a length of 18.03 meters and a width of 3.15 meters, the GP40-2LW is designed for standard gauge (1435 mm) tracks. Its Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and a top speed of 105 km/h make it suitable for a range of freight and passenger services.

This versatile locomotive has served with prominent railways in the United States, including Grand Elk Railroad, Kansas City Southern Railway, Pan Am Railways, and San Joaquin Valley Railroad, showcasing its enduring operational value and adaptability.

GMD GP40-2LW technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	GMD · 1974–1976268 units
Top speed	105 km/h65 mph	65 mph
Prime mover	EMD 16-645E3
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	18.03 m59 ft 2 in	59 ft 2 in
Width	3.15 m10 ft 4 in	10 ft 4 in
Height	4.7 m15 ft 5 in	15 ft 5 in

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Operators of the GMD GP40-2LW

Railway companies that have operated the GP40-2LW, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Grand Elk Railroad	GDLK GP40-2LW	United States
Kansas City Southern Railway	KCS GP40-2LW	United States
Pan Am Railways	PAR GP40-2LW	United States
San Joaquin Valley Railroad	SJVR GP40-2LW	United States