EMD GP40-2 Diesel-Electric Locomotive

Technical Data
Total Built: 1,143
Build Date: 1972 - 1986
Engine Power: 3,000 Hp (2,240 kW)
Prime Mover: EMD 645E3

The EMD GP40-2 is a 4-axle diesel road switcher locomotive built by General Motors Electro-Motive Division as part of its Dash 2 line between April 1972 and December 1986. The locomotive's power is provided by an EMD 645E3 16-cylinder engine which generates 3,000 horsepower (2.24 MW). In total 1,143 GP40-2 were produced and can be found all over the North American continent.