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Revision as of 16:49, 10 March 2024

GTLW HMP48
Type and origin
Power typeDiesel-electric
BuilderGateway Turtle Locomotive Works
ModelHMP48
Build dateJuly 2018 (2018-07)–present
Total produced196
Specifications
Configuration:
 • AARC-C
 • UICCo'Co'
Gauge4 ft 8 12 in (1,435 mm)
Fuel typeDiesel
Prime moverGTLW HD54
RPM range850–1950
Engine type45° V20
AspirationTurbocharger
Traction motors6 GTLW AC traction motors, 800hp each
Cylinders20
TransmissionDiesel-electric
Gear ratio~65:1
MU workingYes
Train heatingLocomotive supplied head end power
Performance figures
Maximum speed90 miles per hour (140 km/h)
Power outputAt alternator: 4,300 hp (3,200 kW)
At wheels: 4,800 hp (3,600 kW)
Tractive effortStarting: 75,000 lbf (330 kN)
Continuous: 50,000 lbf (220 kN)
Career
OperatorsCaltrain
MBTA
Amtrak
Metra
Virginia Railway Express
MARC Train
NJ Transit
Union Pacific Railroad
BNSF Railway
CSX Transportation
Canadian Pacific Kansas City
Canadian National Railway
Norfolk Southern Railway
LocaleNorth America
DeliveredNovember 2018 (2018-11)
First runDecember 2018 (2018-12)

The GTLW HMP48 is a six-axle multi-purpose diesel locomotive manufactured by Gateway Turtle Locomotive Works (GTLW) for the North American market since 2018. It is powered by a GTLW HD54 V20 diesel engine rated at 4,800 hp (3,600 kW). The locomotive is capable of travelling a maximum in-service speed of 90 miles per hour (140 km/h), and is designed for pulling both freight and passenger.

History

Development

Sales and in Service

Original Buyers

Cab-equipped 'A' Units

Cabless booster 'B' Units