© trainspo.comWabtec MP20GP
Built by EMD
Overview of the Wabtec MP20GP
Discover the versatile MP20GP diesel locomotive, a powerful workhorse known for its reliability and performance.
This distinctive locomotive, often identified with the GP40 series, boasts a robust build from EMD, with units constructed between 1987 and 1990.
Many of these locomotives have undergone significant refurbishment by MPI and Wabtec in 2007, ensuring continued operational excellence.
Operating on standard gauge (1435 mm) tracks, the MP20GP features a Bo'Bo' axle configuration, providing excellent traction and stability.
With a substantial power output of 2200 kW, the MP20GP is well-suited for a variety of heavy-duty railway operations.
You can find this impressive locomotive serving prominent operators such as New Jersey Transit and Union Pacific Railroad, underscoring its widespread utility and value in the United States rail industry.
Wabtec MP20GP technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | GP40 | |
| Built by | EMD · 1987–199021 units | |
| Refurbished | MPI, Wabtec 2007 (5) | |
| Power output | 2,200 kW2,950 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' |
Operators of the Wabtec MP20GP
Railway companies that have operated the MP20GP, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Transit | NJT MP20GP | United States |
| Union Pacific Railroad | UP MP20GP | United States |
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