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Diesel locomotive

Illinois Central SW14

Built by EMD

Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1949–1951
489 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Illinois Central SW14

Explore the robust and versatile SW14 diesel locomotive, a true workhorse of the railways.

This reliable locomotive, perfect for switching and short-haul duties, boasts a classic EMD design.

With its Bo'Bo' classification and a 1435 mm gauge, the SW14 offers exceptional traction and agility.

Originally built by EMD between 1949 and 1951, this unit carries a legacy of precision engineering.

Its operational history includes notable service in the United States, such as with the Burlington Junction Railway.

For operators seeking efficiency and unwavering durability, the SW14 stands as a proven choice.

This diesel locomotive embodies a rich tradition of performance on American railroads.

Discover the capabilities of this powerful machine, ready to tackle any operational challenge.

The SW14 is synonymous with heavy-duty work and steadfast dependability.

Illinois Central SW14 technical specifications

Value
SeriesSW7
Built byEMD · 1949–1951489 units
RefurbishedIllinois Central
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'

Operators of the Illinois Central SW14

Railway companies that have operated the SW14, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Burlington Junction RailwayBJRY SW14United States
MOTIVE POWER RESOURCES INC.MVPX SW14United States

Illinois Central SW14 photos

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