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Diesel locomotive

Morrison-Knudsen GP40FH-2M

Built by EMD

Power output
2,200 kW
2,950 hp
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1987–1990
21 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Morrison-Knudsen GP40FH-2M

Explore the powerful GP40FH-2M diesel locomotive, an iconic model in railway history.

Built by EMD between 1987 and 1990, and refurbished by Morrison-Knudsen and MPI in 2007, this impressive machine delivers 2200 kW of power.

With its Bo'Bo' UIC axle arrangement and a 1435 mm track gauge, the GP40FH-2M has served with distinction, notably for the MTA Metro-North Railroad in the United States as the MNCW GP40FH-2M.

Originating from the GP40 series, the GP40FH-2M represents robustness and reliability on the rails.

Morrison-Knudsen GP40FH-2M technical specifications

Value
SeriesGP40
Built byEMD · 1987–199021 units
RefurbishedMorrison-Knudsen, MPI 2007 (6)
Power output2,200 kW2,950 hp
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'

Operators of the Morrison-Knudsen GP40FH-2M

Railway companies that have operated the GP40FH-2M, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
MTA Metro-North RailroadMNCW GP40FH-2MUnited States

Morrison-Knudsen GP40FH-2M photos

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