description EMD SD60 Overview
The EMD SD60 is a six-axle diesel-electric freight locomotive manufactured by the Electro-Motive Division of General Motors, introduced in 1984 as a successor to the SD50. It is powered by a 16-cylinder EMD 710G3A engine producing 3,800 horsepower and was among the first EMD models to incorporate microprocessor control systems. The SD60 was widely adopted by major North American Class I railroads, including Conrail, Union Pacific, and CSX Transportation.
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What engine powers the EMD SD60?
The EMD SD60 uses a 16-cylinder EMD 710G3A diesel engine. It produces about 3,800 horsepower and drives electric traction motors on all six axles.
When was the EMD SD60 introduced?
The SD60 entered production in 1984 as the successor to the EMD SD50. It kept the six-axle freight-locomotive layout but introduced improvements to the 710 engine and electrical control systems.
How is the EMD SD60 different from the EMD SD50?
The SD60 uses the EMD 710 engine family, while the SD50 used the earlier 645F3 engine. The SD60 also offered higher rated power and improved reliability compared with the heavily criticized SD50.
Which railroads used EMD SD60 locomotives?
Major users included Burlington Northern, Norfolk Southern, Soo Line, and Union Pacific. Many SD60s later changed owners or received rebuilds because their six-axle design remained useful for heavy freight service.
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