EMD GP40-based passenger locomotives

EMD GP40-based passenger locomotives
A GP40FH locomotive, one of many locomotives based on the GP40
Type and origin
Power typeDiesel-electric
BuilderElectro-Motive Diesel (EMD)
Specifications
Configuration:
 • AARB-B
 • UICBo'Bo'
 • CommonwealthBo-Bo
Gauge4 ft 8+12 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge
Performance figures
Maximum speed77–105 mph (124–169 km/h)
Power output2,000–3,000 hp (1,491–2,237 kW)
Career
LocaleNorth America

The passenger locomotives derivatives of the General Motors EMD GP40 diesel-electric locomotive have been, and continue to be, used by multiple passenger railroads in North America. For passenger service, the locomotives required extra components for providing steam or head-end power (HEP) for heating, lighting and electricity in passenger cars. Most of these passenger locomotives were rebuilt from older freight locomotives, while some were built as brand new models.