The EMD F40PH is a four-axle 3,000–3,200 hp (2.2–2.4 MW) B-B diesel-electric locomotive built by General Motors Electro-Motive Division in several variants from 1975 to 1992. Intended for use on Amtrak 's short-haul passenger routes, it became the backbone of Amtrak's diesel fleet after the failure of the EMD SDP40F.

2024年3月15日 · The F40 began rolling out in 1975 and quickly began to replace older models in the Amtrak fleet and other passenger rail systems. Made by the Electro-Motive Division of General Motors, the engines became known for their rugged durability and longevity.

New Commuter-version F40PH locomotives and Amtrak Phase III ditch light versions have retooled bodies with over-cab A/C units and illuminated ditch lights. Chicago Metra version F40PH locomotives have directional head and tail lights on the front of the locomotive for push-pull operation. CLICK HERE for an Exploded Parts Diagram.

2023年2月1日 · Amtrak F40PH locomotives are considered the standard passenger motive power for the 1980s and early 1990s. The four-axle, 3,000-hp units are mechanically identical to the …

The EMD F40PH, a four-axle passenger locomotive with a power output of 3,000 to 3,200 hp, was developed by General Motors' Electro-Motive Division. This model's inception dates back to May 8, 1975, when Amtrak placed an order for the first 30 F40PH units following the unsuccessful deployment of the larger EMD SDP40F locomotives.

2025年2月26日 · Electro-Motive's F40PH series became the face of Amtrak for more than two decades. The model was originally designed to operate in commuter and short haul service. …

F40PH no. 305 sits alongside Amtrak's experimental X2000 high-speed trainset, which was making it's Mothers' Day visit to Boston.

The EMD F40PH is a four-axle 3,000–3,200 hp (2.2–2.4 MW) B-B diesel-electric locomotive built by General Motors Electro-Motive Division in several variants from 1975 to 1992. Intended for use on Amtrak 's short-haul passenger routes, it became the backbone of Amtrak's diesel fleet after the failure of the EMD SDP40F.

Built around EMD’s venerable 16-cylinder 645E3 power plant, the F40PH was rated at 3000 HP, but they featured a unique control system to allow them to provide head-end power. The F40’s alternator for the HEP was driven directly off the prime mover, and in order to supply power at the correct 480V and 60Hz, it had to run at exactly 896 RPM.

2021年5月27日 · With a pair of Horizon coaches and an ex-Metroliner cab car trailing behind, Amtrak F40PH 302 hustles Hiawatha service Train 334 south of Sturtevant, Wisconsin, in September 1990. The train is operating between Milwaukee and Chicago via the Soo Line’s ex-Milwaukee Road main line. Race horses!