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Slug unit

Vagonka Studenka SW9 Slug

Built by EMD

Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1952
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Vagonka Studenka SW9 Slug

Explore the robust EMD SW9 Slug locomotive, built in 1952 and a symbol of American railway heritage.

This versatile slug served the Illinois Central Gulf (ICG) as a key member of the ICG SW9 Slug class, demonstrating reliability in diverse operations.

Featuring a classic Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the SW9 Slug is engineered for efficient heavy-duty service.

Its enduring legacy is further enhanced by refurbishments undertaken by esteemed entities including Illinois Central, Krauss-Maffei, and Vagonka Studenka.

Discover the power and history of this workhorse, a prime example of enduring locomotive design for enthusiasts and railfans alike.

Vagonka Studenka SW9 Slug technical specifications

Value
Built byEMD · 1952
RefurbishedIllinois Central, Krauss-Maffei, Vagonka Studenka
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'

Operators of the Vagonka Studenka SW9 Slug

Railway companies that have operated the SW9 Slug, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Illinois Central GulfICG SW9 SlugUnited States

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