MPI MP21B explained

MPI MP21B
Powertype:Diesel-electric
Builder:MotivePower
Builddate:2008
Buildmodel:MP21B
Cylindercount:I6 (×3)
Primemover:Cummins QSK19C (×3)
Enginetype:Straight-six engine
Aspiration:Turbocharger
Poweroutput:2100hp
Totalproduction:1
Operator:Amtrak

The MPI MP21B is a low-emissions diesel switcher locomotive built by MotivePower. It is powered by three Cummins QSK19C I6 engines with each one developing 700hp and creating a total power output of 2100hp. One MP21B locomotive was manufactured,[1] currently operated by Amtrak.[2]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: MotivePower | Wabtec Corporation. Wabtec. 2019-10-09. 2019-10-09. https://web.archive.org/web/20191009140551/https://www.wabtec.com/business-units/motivepower. dead.
  2. Web site: Amtrak & Amtrak California (AMTR & CDTX). Green Rail News. 7 October 2010.