EMD GP22ECO

EMD GP22ECO

KCS #2820 post-rebuild with a "Retro Belle" paint job

Type and origin Power type Diesel-electric Builder Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD)

Specifications AAR wheel arr. B-B (UIC: Bo'Bo' ) Gauge 4 ft 8 ^1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) Prime mover EMD 8–710G3A–T2 Cylinders V8 Transmission Diesel-electric

Performance figures Power output 2,150 hp (1,600 kW)

The EMD GP22ECO is a 2,150 hp (1,600 kW) B-B diesel-electric locomotive rebuilt by Electro-Motive Diesel and Norfolk Southern's Juanita Shops. Initially EMD built two GP22ECO demonstrators, one based on a GP9 and one based on a GP40,^[1] but thus far all orders have been for conversions based on EMD GP40 and EMD GP40-2 series locomotives. The rebuild involves replacing the existing prime mover with an EPA Tier-II-compliant turbocharged V8 710G3A, with Electronic fuel injection. The prime mover is mated to an AR10 alternator for traction power, a CA6 alternator for control power, and a computerized control system. Applying this to a 6-axle locomotive, results in a SD22ECO. Some 6-axle locomotives could alternately be converted into a SD32ECO, using a 3,150 hp (2,350 kW) V12 instead.

When applied to GP40 or GP40-2 series locomotives this conversion does not alter the external appearance of the locomotive, although the conversion of the GP9-based demonstrator required extensive changes to the long hood. The GP22ECO offers customers a 'factory' upgrade of existing locomotives.

Norfolk Southern's units were rebuilt from GP38AC units. They also feature electrical, mechanical, and emissions improvements.

Advertised benefits

Advertised benefits include:

• EPA Tier-II compliance.
• Fuel savings up to 25%.
• Lube oil savings up to 50%.
• Upgradeable software can be tuned for reduced emissions or improved fuel efficiency.
• Microprocessor control offers diagnostics, wheel slip control, and optimal wheel/rail adhesion.
• 184-day maintenance cycle instead of 92-day.
• 15,000 MWh overhaul cycle.
• Reduced maintenance expense due to use of standard 710 prime mover.
• Automatic Engine Start Stop system keeps locomotive ready without wasting fuel.

References

1. Trains: p. 24. July 2008. Missing or empty |title= (help)

• Electro-Motive Diesel (June 22, 2009). "KCS Rolls Out EMD 710ECO™ Repower Locomotives". EMD (Press release). Retrieved August 27, 2009.
• "710ECO Repower Solutions" (PDF). EMD. March 2008. Retrieved August 27, 2009.

External links

• "Pictures of GP22ECO's in them". Railroad Picture Archives.