description GE Dash 9-44CW Overview
The GE Dash 9-44CW is a 4,400-horsepower diesel-electric locomotive built by GE Transportation for North American freight railroads. It uses a C-C wheel arrangement, a 16-cylinder GE 7FDL diesel engine, and direct-current traction motors, and it belongs to the Dash 9 family introduced in the 1990s. The “CW” designation identifies its wide North American safety cab, while the model’s six powered axles and high output were intended for heavy mainline freight service.
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How much horsepower does the GE Dash 9-44CW produce?
The GE Dash 9-44CW produces 4,400 horsepower. It was built as a diesel-electric locomotive for North American freight railroads.
What engine is used in the GE Dash 9-44CW?
The locomotive uses a 16-cylinder GE 7FDL diesel engine. Its electrical system sends power to direct-current traction motors.
What wheel arrangement does the GE Dash 9-44CW have?
The Dash 9-44CW has a C-C wheel arrangement, meaning it uses two three-axle trucks. This six-axle layout suits heavy North American freight service.
What does the 44CW designation mean on this GE locomotive?
The 44 refers to the locomotive's 4,400-horsepower class, while C-C identifies its six-axle wheel arrangement. The W indicates the wide-cab design used for North American freight operations.
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