© trainspo.comReggiane SD40-2B
Built by EMD, GMD
Overview of the Reggiane SD40-2B
Discover the powerful EMD SD40-2B diesel locomotive, a versatile workhorse designed for demanding railway operations.
This robust locomotive, identified by its slug "sd40-2b", showcases the enduring "Dash 2" family lineage from EMD.
Originally built between 1972 and 1989, many SD40-2B units have been expertly refurbished by companies like Bombardier and Reggiane, extending their operational life.
With a formidable 2240 kW power output from its EMD 16-645E3 prime mover, it can reach speeds of up to 110 km/h, making it suitable for various freight applications.
The SD40-2B, with its standard gauge of 1435 mm and Co'Co' axle arrangement, boasts impressive dimensions, measuring 20.98 meters in length and weighing 170 tonnes, ensuring stability and performance on the tracks.
Explore the legacy of the SD40-2B, a reliable and efficient diesel locomotive that has served the United States, notably with Burlington Northern as the BN SD40-2B.
Reggiane SD40-2B technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | SD40-2 | |
| Family | Dash 2 | |
| Built by | EMD, GMD · 1972–1989 | |
| Refurbished | BNR, Bombardier, Reggiane 1980 | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Power output | 2,240 kW3,004 hp | |
| Prime mover | EMD 16-645E3 | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 20.98 m68 ft 10 in | |
| Width | 3.13 m10 ft 3 in | |
| Height | 4.75 m15 ft 7 in | |
| Weight | 170 t374,785 lb |
Operators of the Reggiane SD40-2B
Railway companies that have operated the SD40-2B, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Burlington Northern | BN SD40-2B | United States |
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