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General Electric P40DC and P42DC “Genesis”
The “Genesis” is a passenger locomotive that was developed for Amtrak. In contrast to the usual road switchers, they have a self-supporting and streamlined locomotive body. The P40DC initially built produces 4,000 hp ...
General
| Property | General Electric P40DC and P42DC “Genesis” Remove |
|---|---|
| Built | 1993-1995 |
| Manufacturers | General Electric |
| Wheel arrangement | B-B |
| Gauge | 1,435 mm (Standard gauge) |
Dimensions and weights
| Property | General Electric P40DC and P42DC “Genesis” Remove |
|---|---|
| Length | 21.03 m |
| Service weight | 121.7 t |
| Adhesive weight | 121.7 t |
| Axle load | 30.4 t |
| Fuel capacity | 8,328 l (Diesel) |
Power plant
| Property | General Electric P40DC and P42DC “Genesis” Remove |
|---|---|
| Engine | GE 7FDL16 |
| Engine type | V16 diesel |
Power
| Property | General Electric P40DC and P42DC “Genesis” Remove |
|---|---|
| Power source | diesel-electric |
| Indicated power | 2,983 kW (4,056 PS) |
| Top speed | 166 km/h |
| Starting effort | 280.2 kN |
Calculated values
| Property | General Electric P40DC and P42DC “Genesis” Remove |
|---|---|
| Factor of adhesion | 1 : 4.26 |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 24.5 kW/t |
| Adhesive weight/Total | 1 : 1.00 |
