SP SD40

Built by EMD

Weight

160 t

352,739 lb

Length

20.02 m

65 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1966–1972

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'

Overview of the SP SD40

Explore the powerful EMD SD40 diesel locomotive, a true icon of railway engineering.

Built between 1966 and 1972, this robust machine originally served the Southern Pacific Transportation Company, proudly bearing the SP SD40R designation.

Its impressive dimensions include a length of 20.02 meters, a width of 3.05 meters, and a height of 4.7 meters, with a substantial weight of 160 tons.

The 1435 mm gauge and Co'Co' wheel arrangement ensure excellent performance across various rail lines.

Refurbished by SP in the early 1980s, the SD40 stands as a testament to enduring strength and reliability in the world of rail transport.

SP SD40 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	EMD · 1966–1972
Refurbished	SP 1980 - 1981 (86)
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	20.02 m65 ft 8 in	65 ft 8 in
Width	3.05 m10 ft 0 in	10 ft 0 in
Height	4.7 m15 ft 5 in	15 ft 5 in
Weight	160 t352,739 lb	352,739 lb