© trainspo.comGMD SD60F
Built by EMD, GMD
Overview of the GMD SD60F
Explore the powerful SD60F diesel locomotive, a true icon of railroading.
Built by EMD and GMD, this robust machine is renowned for its reliability and performance, serving operators like the Canadian National Railway and the Dakota, Missouri Valley and Western Railroad.
Its impressive 2800 kW power output, driven by an EMD 16-710G3A prime mover, makes it ideal for heavy-duty freight operations across Canada and the United States.
Featuring a distinctive Co'Co' wheel arrangement and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the SD60F has left a significant mark on railway history.
GMD SD60F technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | SD60 | |
| Built by | EMD, GMD | |
| Power output | 2,800 kW3,755 hp | |
| Prime mover | EMD 16-710G3A | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' |
Operators of the GMD SD60F
Railway companies that have operated the SD60F, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Canadian National Railway | CN SD60F | Canada |
| Dakota, Missouri Valley and Western Railroad | DMVW SD60F | United States |
GMD SD60F photos
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