EMD GP20D
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 GP20D Demo unit provided by EMD. Note that both hoods are lowered which makes this locomotive unique. |
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| Power type | Diesel-electric |
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| Builder | MotivePower Industries (MPI) and Electro-Motive Division (EMD) |
| Model | GP20D |
| AAR wheel arr. | B-B |
| Gauge | 4 ft 8½ in (1,435 mm) |
| Fuel capacity | 2,550 US gal |
| Prime mover | GM16V170B20-T2 (4 Stroke V-16 fuel injected diesel) |
| Top speed | 70 mph (113 km/h) |
| Power output | 2,000 hp (1,490 kW) |
| Tractive effort | 65,000 lbf continuous 97,000 lbf starting 38,000 lbf braking |
| Locomotive brakes | dynamic |
The GP20D is a four-axle B-B switcher built by MotivePower Industries and Electro-Motive Division. The GP20D is a hood unit with lowered long and short hoods based on MotivePower Industries' earlier MP2000D locomotives. The changes between the MK2000D and the GP20D are primarily in the control electronics, making them easier to use than the older model.
Although the GP20D is marketed as a switcher, it has a top speed of 70 mph (113 km/h), and is usually fitted with dynamic brakes, making it suitable for road switcher duties as well.
[edit] External links
- EMD GP20D specs - official spec sheet from EMD
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