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Who's Ready For a Modernized GP38?

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Posted by beaulieu on Monday, January 25, 2021 2:20 AM

Looks alot like Canadian Pacific's GP20C-ECO locomotives with enhanced intake air filtration.

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Posted by daveklepper on Monday, January 25, 2021 2:11 AM

I agree.   The Saudis shouldc have insisted on, and been willing to pay the extra charge for, AC-traction.

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Posted by blue streak 1 on Monday, January 25, 2021 1:21 AM

DC traction mtors in sand ?  no thanks.

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Who's Ready For a Modernized GP38?
Posted by SD60MAC9500 on Monday, January 25, 2021 12:28 AM
 

While not (yet?) adapted for North American service. Here's is the newest iteration of the GP38 designated GPL38S for Saudi Arabian Railways. Here's a full spec rundown

EMD® GPL38S Freight Locomotive

 
 
Rahhhhhhhhh!!!!

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