Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD)

After placing 44 new SD70ACe locomotives into service earlier in 2011, Ferrocarril Mexicano, S.A. de C.V. (Ferromex) took delivery of an additional 38 units from Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD) last month. "Ferromex achieved record volumes in 2010 and 2011 and is planning future growth in its port cargo and inland transit operations over the next several years. The railroad selected EMD to supply its new locomotives based on the demonstrated performance and leading fuel efficiency of the SD70ACe." "The 44 SD70Ace locomotives received early last year have achieved very high and consistent performance, and fuel efficiency, as expected. The new additions will be key to our plans for 2012 and beyond, where Ferromex will continue to grow at higher levels than the average of the railroad industry " said Rogelio Vélez, CEO of Ferromex.

EMD introduced the 4,300 traction horsepower SD70ACe locomotive in 2005 for freight applications in North America and worldwide. It meets EPA Tier 2 emissions standards, enabling Ferromex to interchange locomotives with railways in the United States and Canada. The Ferromex locomotive will also feature radial trucks, distributed power and the EMD Q-cab for increased operator comfort and safety.

Electro-Motive Diesel delivered three SD70ACe demonstrator locomotives to the Arkansas & Missouri Railroad (A&M) in September, representing the first AC traction locomotives for the independent, Class III railroad. A&M operates 139 miles from Fort Smith, Ark., to Monett, Mo., and interchanges with BNSF, Union Pacific and Kansas City Southern Class I railroads. The SD70ACe locomotives are certified for EPA Tier 3 emissions standards, and features include radial trucks and distributed power, in addition to AC traction. The railroad selected EMD to supply its new locomotives based on the demonstrated performance of the SD70ACe. "To take advantage of AC traction on our mountainous route, we determined the rugged design of the SD70ACe would allow A&M to maintain high fleet availability at low cost. The SD70ACe locomotive is ideal for our operations and will enable A&M to retire several older locomotives, while drastically increasing our hauling capability and efficiency." said A&M’s Chairman Reilly McCarren. " We’re excited to provide the first AC locomotives to be introduced into A&M’s fleet," said Billy Ainsworth, Progress Rail and EMD Chief Executive Officer. "We appreciate the confidence A&M has in EMD and look forward to providing the highest quality locomotives and services to support their operations and the lowest total cost of ownership." The locomotives, EMD road numbers 1201-1203, were delivered to A&M from Progress Rail’s Mayfield, Ky., facility. EMD 1201 made its debut at the MINExpo Show in Las Vegas, Nev., last September, painted in Caterpillar® yellow. Modifications at the Mayfield shop included a new, modern paint design reflecting A&M’s corporate colors and renumbering to A&M road numbers 70-72.

Official EMD SD70ACe model variations:

• SD70ACe = individual truck control by using two inverters
• SD70ACe-P6 = individual axle control by using six inverters
• SD70ACe-P4 = individual axle

Etihad Rail - the master developer and operator of the UAE’ s national railway network - has selected Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), one of the world’s largest builders of diesel-electric locomotives, to design and manufacture seven heavy haul freight locomotives for delivery by 2012. A momentous milestone for the AED 40 billion project, the locomotives contract award is perfectly timed to support Etihad Rail’s inaugural service in the Abu Dhabi Emirate’s Western Region and reflects the requirement that the UAE-wide project will have the first trains running on schedule in 2013.

EMD is partnering with the Indian Railways to design and manufacture the WDG5 locomotive, which provides the highest horsepower on existing rail tracks and will lead to enhanced revenues. Complimenting the Indian Railways on its decision to design and manufacture the WDG5 locomotive, Billy Ainsworth, EMD president and chief executive officer and IREE 2013 keynote speaker, said, "This technological development by the RDSO and DLW, to which EMD provided design support, is a milestone achievement. EMD is proud of our 54-year association with the Indian Railways and the emerging technologies our company brings to meet global standards." The WDG5 locomotive has the capability to integrate EMD’s IntellitrainTM remote diagnostic and monitoring systems to reduce maintenance costs, enhance safety, and increase asset utilization, reliability and availability. It also has the scope to develop dual cab locomotives on an economical length frame. EMD supports the Indian Railways goal to meet emission norms as they are introduced—the WDG5 locomotive presents electronic fuel Injection technology, split cooling and suitably sized radiators, and EMD is working to introduce radial bogies, which reduce wear and tear on wheels and rails. New technological developments in safety are crucial for railroads across the world, and EMD meets these challenges by designing crashworthy cabs and structures and cab insulation techniques. Enhancing safety, salient features of the WDG5 locomotive include crashworthiness and driver comfort through the AC cab and toilet. "Other developments such as Hot Wheel and Hot Box detection systems, new signaling systems and the increased use of Rail Flash-Butt welding should be considered by the Indian Railways for enhancing safety on the tracks," added Ainsworth. Highlighting major developments in the area of green technologies, EMD will soon introduce liquefied natural gas (LNG) retrofit kits featuring its Dynamic Gas Blending (DGB) dual-fuel technology. These kits will allow EMD customers to utilize natural gas while maintaining leading performance and reliability. "We believe our dual-fuel technology will be very suitable for India since this enables engines to work on LNG or diesel fuel," stated Ainsworth. DGB demonstrator locomotives will begin operating in North America later in 2013.

EMD LONDON VIGNETTES:

Midland Railway of Manitoba (A subsidiary of Great Northern) MRM GP9 no. 2 was a handsome passenger locomotive. The loco was ordered with passenger features in case it was needed as backup for the Great Northern passenger train. The locomotive was assigned to freight service (Train 415/1416) between Winnipeg and Emerson, MB (64 miles). she was repainted BNSF at the St-Paul shop as number 1685.

The former Midland Railway geep is now preserved on the Prairie Dog Central after BNSF donated GP9 1685 about two years ago.

CAD Railway Industries in Lachine, QC has been contracted to overhaul and repaint and upgrade several CP GP38-2 and GP38AC locomotives to Tier 0+ compliance, upgrading with AESS (Automatic Engine Start/Stop), and repainting them into CP livery as NRE-Silvis has been doing for CP. The first three units on the property are underway.

GP38-2’s released from CADRAIL:

CP GP38-2 3027 (Arrived in June) Released on November 15th, 2013

CP GP38-2’s for overhaul at CADRAIL:

CP GP38-2 3026 (Arrived in November 2013)
CP GP38AC 3014 (Arrived in November 2013)- *see note below.
STLH GP38-2 7306 (ex-D&H Arrived in October 2013)
CP GP38-2 3130 (Arrived in August 2013)

Note: CP GP38AC 3014 was retired in August 2013 and was the first CP GP38AC to be stricken from the roster following a collision with freight cars which bent the units’ frame. It is unclear at this time whether CAD will attempt to repair the frame and do a full overhaul, or if she will be used for parts only.

SOO SD60 overhaul update:

CAD Railway Industries (Lachine, QC), are contracted to do warranty repairs on all the completed CP units. CP 6251 and 6226 were the last CP SD60’s rebuilt, and released by CAD The overhauls included Tier 0+ compliance, installation of AESS (Locomotive Automatic Engine Start/Stop) to conserve fuel, and CP repaint and renumbering into the CP 6200-series. None received any cab upgrades. The rebuilt units also each received (PTC) Positive Train Control modifications at the CP St-Luc Diesel Shop.

In November, CP began to activate some of the stored SOO SD60’s that were potentially serviceable, and of course will return the entire fleet of CAD overhauled CP SD60’s back to active duty. As of November 19th, back from the dead were SOO SD60 6033 and 6037, returned to service as trailing units only, with more to come.

Completed CADRAIL unit tally as of December 1st, 2013:

CP SD60 6226 (ex-SOO 6026) painted and complete August 30th,2013
CP SD60 6251 (ex-SOO 6051) released in late-August 2013
CP SD60 6232 (ex-SOO 6032) painted and complete August 18th. 2013
CP SD60 6222 (ex-SOO 6022) painted and complete July 30th, 2013
CP SD60 6247 (ex-SOO 6047) released June 22nd. 2013
CP SOO 6248 (Ex-SOO 6048) released June 15th, 2013
CP SD60M 6262 (ex-SOO 6062) released April 29th, 2013
CP SD60 6239 (ex-SOO 6039) released April 29th, 2013
CP SD60M 6259 (ex-SOO 6059) released in April 2013
CP SD60M 6258 (ex-SOO 6058) released in April 2013
CP SD60 6231 (ex-SOO 6031) released January 20th, 2013
CP SD60 6249 (ex-SOO 6049) released December 21st , 2012
CP SD60 6238 (ex-SOO 6038) released December 4th, 2012
CP SD60 6256 (ex-SOO 6056) released November 29, 2012
CP SD60 6246 (ex-SOO 6046) released November 20, 2012.
CP SD60 6230 (ex-SOO 6030) released November 1st, 2012
CP SD60 6236 (ex-SOO 6036) released October 26th, 2012
CP SD60 6221 (ex-SOO 6021) released October 6th, 2012
CP SD60 6223 (ex-SOO 6023) released September 20th, 2012
CP SD60 6257 (ex-SOO 6057) released August 31st. 2012
CP SD60 6234 (ex-SOO 6034) released August 15th, 2012
CP SD60 6252 (ex-SOO 6052) released July 25th, 2012
CP SD60 6255 (ex-SOO 6055) released June 21st, 2012
CP SD60 6229 (ex-SOO 6029) released June 5th, 2012
CP SD60 6243 (ex-SOO 6043) released April 20th 2012
CP SD60 6254 (ex-SOO 6054) released March 29th 2012
CP SD60 6245 (ex-SOO 6045) released March 6th 2012
CP SD60 6242 (ex-SOO 6042) released March 1st 2012
CP SD60M 6260 (ex-SOO 6060) released January 13th 2012
CP SD60 6228 (ex-SOO 6028) released December 16th 2011
CP SD60 6225 (ex-SOO 6025) released December 1st 2011
CP SD60 6241 (ex-SOO 6041) released November 2011
CP SD60 6240 (ex-SOO 6040) released October 2011
CP SD60 6250 (ex-SOO 6050) released October 2011

Undergoing overhaul at Cadrail:

NIL

The following locomotives were noted at CADRAIL:

VIA RDC-2 6219 (Departed CAD, and is now out west).
VIA LRC coach 3362
VIA F40PH-2d 6406 for warranty repairs, and has departed.
CSLX S-11 100 (nee-CP S-11 6622) for engine change out
CP SD60 6232 (Departed CAD after repairs)
CP SD60 6239 repairs (Released in November after repairs)
CP SD60 6251 (Departed CAD after repairs)
CP SD60M 6259 (Released in November after repairs)
CP GP38-2 3026 (Arrived in November 2013)
CP GP38AC 3014 (Arrived in November for overhaul)
CP GP38-2 3130 (Arrived in August for overhaul)
CP GP38-2 3027 (Released in November after overhaul and repaint)
STLH GP38-2 7306 (Arrived in October for overhaul)
CITX SW1500 1561, 1563, 1564 1565, 1566 (Overhauled in blue paint and CITX logo some of thes departed Cadrail.
CEFX SW1500 1560, and 1562 (Undergoing overhauls)
CSX SD70M 4687 (repairs)
CSX SD70MAC 4685 “Spirit of Mulberry” (repairs).
CP AC4400CW 8608 (with burn damage), 9708, 9712, 9730, 9739, 9780, and 9759 (repairs)

Richard Marchi snapped VIA RDC 6219, and overhauled CP GP38-2 3027 in November.

CN 527 had four RB Recycling ex-GO Transit units in tow. RNCX 18551, RNCX 18541, RNCX 18547, RNCX 18542. These ex-GO Transit F59PH's are owned by RB Recycling, and lettered RBRX. Presumably they are going to North Carolina, as RNCX is the reporting marks for NC DOT. (Michael Berry Photos)

Two CITX lease units, which departed CADRAIL a month ago, were at the CSX Riverdale on November 3rd.

VIA RDC-4 6251 (nee CP 9251), and RDCs 6208, 6219 were released from IRSI In October. As well three LRC coaches were shipped from IRSI on tail end of #15 on Oct 29.

Their two SD40-2W’s (DESX 5306 and 5309) that had been dumping ballast all summer on the Huron Central Railway’s Webbwood Subdivision as part of the HCRY track upgrade project returned to the Diesel Electric Services Shop in the Sudbury Yard in November. The work trains are done for this season. (Photos by Ken Reiss)

In August, DESX GP10 8308 (ex-IC nee-Mid South Rail) was leased to the Great Sandhills Railway for service. DESX also leased LTEX GP15-1 1450 from Larry’s Truck Electric, and then in August sub-leased it out to Richardson International, an industry in Saskatchewan. Units stored on DESX property include: (DESX) SD40-2W 5308, 5310, 5311, 5312, 5313, and SD40-2 5391.

A classic GE 80-tonner was photographed by Ken Reiss sitting outside the Diesel Electric Services shop in Sudbury, Ontario on October 23, 2013. Built in April 1953 as Falconbridge Nickle Mines 107, she is now looking sharp as DESX 107 painted in Diesel Electric's black and blue stripe scheme.

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NRE/Alco Locomotive Shop Capreol, ON

On the property are eleven NREX owned units stored and are shown listed in number order; (NREX) GP9 208, RS3 307, GMD1m 1141, 1149, GP9 1602, 1684, GMD1 1911, SD40-2 5567, 5619, 5620, 5644, and 5771.

Lambton Diesel Services (LDSX) - Sarnia, ON

In November, Lambton Diesel Specialists (LDS) released GEXR GP40-2LW 3030 in fresh G&W Family paint. Chad Smith photographed her in mid-November. The unit is former RMPX 9431, nee CN 9431, and new to the GEXR fleet.

Former CN 9431 became RMPX 9431, and was then leased to SOR in Hamilton, ON. As reported above RMPX 9431 was recently sold to GWI to become GEXR 3030, Here are some “before” photos by James Gardiner and Joseph Bishop.

LDSX has repaired former CN GP9RM 4143, which had arrived with a slightly bent frame several months ago. It is now repainted and renumbered CCGX 4016, and is bound for Winnipeg.

Released from Lambton Diesel Specialist to Winnipeg, MB is ex-CP SW1200RS 1240, now painted in Cando Contracting livery and renumbered CCGX 1007.

Ex-CN SW1200RS 1251 sold to Lambton Diesel Specialists last month, has arrived at the facility in Sarnia, ON. This switcher had been used at Lake Ontario Steel in Whitby, ON for many years, and before that was the shop switcher at the Point St-Charles Shop under the AMF banner just before GEC-ALSTHOM took over in the 1990’s. NOTE: A switcher at LSDX was renumbered CCGX SW12ooRS 1008,but it s unknown if this the same switcher.

LDSX SW1200RS 1359 was renumbered Cando Contracting (CCGX) 1006, and moved in April from Lambton Diesel Services in Windsor, to London over CN, and then continued over CP to Terrace Bay Pulp and Paper company in Terrace Bay, ON where it is currently leased.

“Green” Locomotive Roundup

(Edited by Jody Moore) http://www.greenrailnews.com

A second genset for the US NAVY was ready to be shipped from National Railway Equipment in Dixmoor IL. on November 8th.

MotivePower MP21B genset prototype and demonstrator MPEX 244 was at Boise for some shop time before being shipped to Minnesota to work alongside ADMX 1401, which was shown last week. Also seen is a prototype for what would become the MP8 subway locomotive for Metro North.

UPY RP20BD 2655 and 2659 are working the local iu Texas on January 17th, 2010.

On October 20th 2013, the first of two IHB genset-powered trains at Blue Island, IL. IHB 2161 and 2163 are both 3GS21C-DE six axle NRE gensets shown running as light power back toward Blue Island Yard.

© CRO October 2013