EMD G26
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Croatian Railways Series 2062 |
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Power type | Diesel-electric |
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Builder | Electric Motive Division, Canada |
Build date | 1973 |
AAR wheel arr. | Co-Co |
Gauge | 4 ft 8½ in (1435 mm) |
Length | 16.94 m |
Total weight | 99 tons |
Electric system | GM 16-645 E |
Top speed | 124 km/h |
Nicknames | "James" |
The G26 was a General Motors diesel-electric locomotive built for export use in SFR Yugoslavia. They were acquired to increase traction capacities on the tracks which supported lesser axle pressure. The locomotives were intended for hauling freight and passenger trains on the mainlines.