GMD SD40-2F

Built by EMD, GMD

Top speed

110 km/h

68 mph

Power output

2,250 kW

3,017 hp

Weight

170 t

374,785 lb

Length

20.98 m

68 ft 10 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1988–1989

25 units

Overview of the GMD SD40-2F

Discover the powerful SD40-2F diesel locomotive, a robust workhorse from EMD and GMD.

Built between 1988 and 1989, this iconic locomotive, part of the Dash 2 family and SD40-2 series, boasts a significant power output of 2250 kW and a top speed of 110 km/h.

With a length of 20.98 meters and a substantial weight of 170 tons, the SD40-2F is designed for heavy-duty rail operations, featuring a Co'Co' axle configuration.

Primarily operated by Canadian Pacific Railway, this versatile diesel locomotive has been a staple in Canadian railroading, known for its reliability and performance.

GMD SD40-2F technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	SD40-2
Family	Dash 2
Built by	EMD, GMD · 1988–198925 units
Top speed	110 km/h68 mph	68 mph
Power output	2,250 kW3,017 hp	3,017 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	20.98 m68 ft 10 in	68 ft 10 in
Width	3.13 m10 ft 3 in	10 ft 3 in
Height	4.75 m15 ft 7 in	15 ft 7 in
Weight	170 t374,785 lb	374,785 lb