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Diesel locomotive

MPI MP36PH-3S

Built by MPI

Top speed
174 km/h
108 mph
Power output
2,700 kW
3,621 hp
Length
21 m
68 ft 11 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
2003
394 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the MPI MP36PH-3S

Discover the powerful MP36PH-3S diesel locomotive, a workhorse of the American railway system.

This robust locomotive, manufactured by MPI in 2003, is a key member of the MPXpress family. It's known for its reliable performance and its role in passenger service with Metra in the United States, identified as the METX MP36PH-3S.

With a striking design and a top speed of 174 km/h, the MP36PH-3S is built for efficiency. It boasts a substantial power output of 2700 kW, driven by an EMD 16-645F3B prime mover.

Measuring 21 meters in length and featuring a standard gauge of 1435 mm, this Bo'Bo' locomotive is engineered for enduring service on the tracks.

MPI MP36PH-3S technical specifications

Value
SeriesMPXpress
FamilyMPXpress
Built byMPI · 2003394 units
Top speed174 km/h108 mph
Power output2,700 kW3,621 hp
Prime moverEMD 16-645F3B
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length21 m68 ft 11 in
Width3.24 m10 ft 8 in
Height4.72 m15 ft 6 in

Operators of the MPI MP36PH-3S

Railway companies that have operated the MP36PH-3S, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
MetraMETX MP36PH-3SUnited States

MPI MP36PH-3S photos

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