MPI MP20C explained

MPI MP20C
Powertype:Diesel-electric
Builder:MotivePower
Builddate:2007
Buildmodel:MP20C
Primemover:MTU-Detroit Diesel 12V4000
Poweroutput:2000sigfig=3NaNsigfig=3
Uicclass:Co-Co
Locoweight:390000lb
Length:68inchesft2inchesin (ftin)
Maxspeed:70mph
Tractiveeffort:128000lbf starting
82000lbf
Totalproduction:14
Operator:Pacific Harbor Line

The MPI MP20C is a switcher diesel locomotive designed and built by MotivePower in Boise, Idaho.

Specifications

It has a 2000hp MTU-Detroit Diesel 12V4000 engine. It weighs approximately 390,000 lb and is 68inchesft2inchesin (ftin) long. It has a maximum speed of 70mph. It also includes a C-C wheel arrangement and an optional dynamic brake. It includes a continuous tractive effort of 82000lbf and a starting tractive effort of 128000lbf.[1] It is built on an EMD SD40 frame.[2]

Notes and References

  1. https://web.archive.org/web/20081212163327/http://www.motivepower-wabtec.com/locomotives/low-horsepower/mpex-low-emissions-locomotives.php MPE-X Low Emissions Locomotives
  2. Inside, this newcomer is no SD40 Trains August 2007 pages 24/25
  3. Web site: Pacific Harbor Line. The Diesel Shop. 7 October 2010.