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MPI MP20GP – photo 1© trainspo.com
Diesel locomotive

MPI MP20GP

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 MPI MP20GP

Explore the robust MP20GP diesel locomotive, a powerful and versatile workhorse in the rail industry.

Built by EMD between 1987 and 1990, this locomotive boasts impressive reliability and a significant power output of 2200 kW.

Many of these units received upgrades from MPI and Wabtec in 2007, further enhancing their performance capabilities.

The MP20GP is a favored choice for major operators in the United States, including New Jersey Transit and the Union Pacific Railroad, where they are known as NJT MP20GP and UP MP20GP respectively.

With a standard gauge of 1435 mm and a Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement, the MP20GP is well-suited for diverse railway networks, proving its worth in daily operations.

MPI MP20GP technical specifications

Value
SeriesGP40
Built byEMD · 1987–199021 units
RefurbishedMPI, Wabtec 2007 (5)
Power output2,200 kW2,950 hp
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'

Operators of the MPI MP20GP

Railway companies that have operated the MP20GP, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
New Jersey TransitNJT MP20GPUnited States
Union Pacific RailroadUP MP20GPUnited States

MPI MP20GP photos

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