© trainspo.comGMD SD40E
Built by EMD, GMD
Overview of the GMD SD40E
Discover the power and reliability of the EMD SD40E diesel locomotive.
This versatile locomotive, a refurbished model from EMD and GMD, boasts a robust 2238 kW power output, making it ideal for heavy-duty railway operations.
Known for its Co'Co' axle arrangement and a standard 1435 mm gauge, the SD40E has served with distinction, notably within the United States for the Norfolk Southern Railway as part of their NS SD40E class.
Explore the enduring legacy of this significant piece of railway engineering.
GMD SD40E technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | SD50 | |
| Built by | EMD, GMD | |
| Refurbished | NS | |
| Power output | 2,238 kW3,001 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' |
Operators of the GMD SD40E
Railway companies that have operated the SD40E, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Norfolk Southern Railway | NS SD40E | United States |
GMD SD40E photos
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