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Illinois Central SW9 Slug
Built by EMD
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1952
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'
Overview of the Illinois Central SW9 Slug
Explore the enduring power of the EMD SW9 Slug locomotive, a robust piece of American rail history built in 1952.
This formidable machine, classified with a reliable Bo'Bo' axle configuration, proudly served the Illinois Central Gulf (ICG) railroad.
Operating on a standard 1435 mm gauge track, the SW9 Slug has undergone significant refurbishments by esteemed companies like Krauss-Maffei and Vagonka Studenka, ensuring its continued operational excellence.
Its construction embodies the dependable engineering of EMD, making it a key player in shunting and freight operations.
Illinois Central SW9 Slug technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | EMD · 1952 | |
| Refurbished | Illinois Central, Krauss-Maffei, Vagonka Studenka | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' |
Operators of the Illinois Central SW9 Slug
Railway companies that have operated the SW9 Slug, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois Central Gulf | ICG SW9 Slug | United States |











