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Which is the best diesel locomotive in India?
WDG-6G diesel locomotive is said to be the most powerful amongst the locomotives in use on the Indian Railways network. Interestingly, the GE WDG-6G locomotive for Indian Railways is also the lightest 6,000 Horse Power (HP) diesel locomotive in the world.
What is the most powerful locomotive?
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| Name | Railway | Power |
|---|---|---|
| Union Pacific 9000 class | Union Pacific | 4,750 horsepower (3,542 kW) |
| Challenger | Union Pacific | 5,000 horsepower (3,728 kW) |
| Big Boy | Union Pacific | 6,290 horsepower (4,690 kW) |
| Yellowstone | Northern Pacific DM&IR B&O Railroad | 6,250 horsepower (4,661 kW) |
What is a Tier 4 locomotive?
“Tier 4” refers to a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) emission-level standard that went into effect for new locomotives Jan. 1, 2015. It’s the most rigorous air quality standard to date for new locomotives, and one that locomotive manufacturers were struggling to meet in time for the EPA deadline.
What does EMD stand for in locomotives?
Electro-Motive Diesel
Progress Rail Locomotives, doing business as Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD) is an American manufacturer of diesel-electric locomotives, locomotive products and diesel engines for the rail industry.
Is Alco still in business?
Coppell, Texas – Bankrupt retailer Alco Stores is going out of business, and closing its 198 stores, a victim of both the economy and the changing retail landscape. The company was founded 113 years ago and, over time, evolved into a full-line discounter serving primarily smaller communities.
Which diesel locomotives in India are based on the WDM2 ALCO?
All Diesel Locomotives in India except the WDM4 and WDG4/P4X EMDs are based on the WDM2 ALCO as they use the same old ALCO 251 diesel engine in various upgraded guises, not to mention the looks. WDM2s are still in service though their numbers are fast dwindling as they are either being withdrawn or converted to WDM3A.
What is WDM-3A locomotive?
The WDM-3A is one of the most successful locomotives of Indian Railways serving both passenger and freight trains for over 26 years. A few WDM-3A units were exported to neighboring countries like Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.
Why did the Indian Railways decide to go for diesel locomotives?
It took four decades after running around with the “mixed” WDM series that the Indian Railways finally thought that it would be a good idea to come out with separate dedicated specialized diesel locomotives (engines) for passenger and freight services.
What is the name of WDP3A in Indian Railways?
The WDP3A is best known as the power for the Trivandrum Rajdhani on the Konkan Railway and are homed at Golden Rock Trichy (GOC) (SR) and Tughlakhabad (TKD) NR sheds. TKD WDM3As are named “Pushpak”. The WDP3A still remains one of IR’s most handsome locomotives.