GMD SD40M-2

Built by EMD, GMD

Top speed

110 km/h

68 mph

Power output

2,240 kW

3,004 hp

Weight

170 t

374,785 lb

Length

20.98 m

68 ft 10 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'

Overview of the GMD SD40M-2

Discover the powerful EMD SD40M-2 locomotive, a versatile diesel workhorse built by EMD and GMD.

This robust machine boasts a substantial weight of 170 tons and a length of 20.98 meters, making it a reliable choice for heavy-duty rail operations.

With a top speed of 110 km/h and a powerful output of 2240 kW, the SD40M-2 has served with distinction across various railway companies in the United States, including Southern Pacific, Kyle Railroad, and Wisconsin and Southern Railroad.

Its 'Co'Co'' wheel arrangement and standard gauge of 1435 mm ensure compatibility with extensive track networks, reflecting its 'Dash 2' family heritage and 'SD40-2' series lineage.

GMD SD40M-2 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	SD40-2
Family	Dash 2
Built by	EMD, GMD
Top speed	110 km/h68 mph	68 mph
Power output	2,240 kW3,004 hp	3,004 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

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Operators of the GMD SD40M-2

Railway companies that have operated the SD40M-2, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
CIT Equipment Finance Corporation	CITX SD40M-2	United States
Kyle Railroad	KYLE SD40M-2	United States
Louisville and Indiana Railroad	LIRC SD40M-2	United States
Southern Pacific Transportation Company	SP SD40M-2	United States
Wisconsin and Southern Railroad	WSOR SD40M-2	United States