Railpower RP20CD
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Power type | diesel-electric |
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Builder | RailPower Technologies (RPT) |
Build date | 2008- |
AAR wheel arr. | C-C |
UIC classification | Co'Co' |
Gauge | 4 ft 8½ in (1,435 mm) |
Total weight | 398,000 pounds (181,000 kg) |
Fuel type | Diesel fuel |
Fuel capacity | 4,000 imperial gallons (18,000 L) |
Power output | 2,000 HP |
Locomotive brakes | Straight air |
Train brakes | 26-L air |
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The RP20CD is a diesel-electric switcher model built by Railpower Technologies. It is a genset locomotive, and an unusual one because it has six-axle trucks rather than 4-axle trucks. The RP20CD is rebuilt from older locomotives and can be upgraded to 2,700 horsepower by adding a fourth generator.
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