GE C40-8W

GPTKB entity

Statements (47)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf railway line
gptkbp:brakes dynamic brakes
gptkbp:cabinType air conditioning
large windows
full-width cab
ergonomic controls
gptkbp:colors various paint schemes
gptkbp:controls microprocessor-based
gptkbp:cultural_impact featured in media and railfan culture
gptkbp:design modular design
gptkbp:emissionsStandard meets_EPA_Tier_0
gptkbp:enginePower 4,000 hp
gptkbp:engineType 4-stroke diesel engine
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 4,000 US gallons
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label GE C40-8W
gptkbp:introduced 1990
gptkbp:landscape 6
AC traction control
gptkbp:legacy widely used in freight service
gptkbp:length 73 ft 11 in
gptkbp:maintenance easy access for maintenance
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:GE_Transportation
gptkbp:maximum_speed 70 mph
gptkbp:model C40-8W
gptkbp:notable_feature reliable performance
advanced electronics
high horsepower-to-weight ratio
gptkbp:operational_status retired
in service
gptkbp:operator gptkb:Santa_Fe_Railway
gptkbp:produces approximately 1,000
gptkbp:productionYears 1990-1994
gptkbp:railwayLine gptkb:BNSF_Railway
gptkb:CSX_Transportation
gptkb:Norfolk_Southern_Railway
gptkb:Union_Pacific_Railroad
gptkbp:relatedModel gptkb:GE_AC4400CW
gptkb:GE_C40-8M
gptkb:GE_C40-8
gptkbp:retirementYear gradual retirement since 2010
gptkbp:safety_features fire suppression system
crashworthy design
gptkbp:safetyFeatures cab signaling
gptkbp:services 30+ years
gptkbp:successor gptkb:GE_C44-9W
gptkbp:weight 260,000 lb
gptkbp:wheelDrive C-C