GE P42 DC locomotives

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:railway
gptkbp:brakes dynamic braking
gptkbp:built gptkb:2001
gptkbp:cockpit modern amenities
gptkbp:communication_system 480 V AC
gptkbp:competitors gptkb:Siemens_Charger
gptkbp:control_system microprocessor-based control system
gptkbp:design modular design
gptkbp:design_purpose passenger transport
gptkbp:emissions_standard EPA Tier 0
gptkbp:engine_configuration V-type engine
gptkbp:engine_displacement 1,600 cu in
gptkbp:engine_type gptkb:GE_FDL-16
V16 diesel engine
gptkbp:first_production_unit P42 DC 1
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 1,800 US gallons
gptkbp:fuel_type diesel
gptkbp:height 15 ft 3 in
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label GE P42 DC locomotives
gptkbp:introduced gptkb:1996
gptkbp:legacy widely used in North America
gptkbp:length 70 ft 2 in
gptkbp:maintenance scheduled maintenance required
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:GE_Transportation
gptkbp:max_speed 110 mph
gptkbp:notable_feature high-speed passenger service
gptkbp:notable_operators gptkb:Via_Rail_Canada
gptkbp:notable_products gptkb:California_Zephyr
gptkbp:number_built approximately 200
gptkbp:number_of_engines gptkb:16
gptkbp:operational_status in service
gptkbp:operational_use long-distance routes
gptkbp:operator gptkb:Amtrak
gptkbp:power_output 4,250 hp
gptkbp:production_company gptkb:Amtrak
gptkbp:region gptkb:North_America
gptkbp:related_vehicle full-width cab
gptkbp:replaced_by gptkb:GE_P40_DC_locomotives
gptkbp:retirement some units retired
gptkbp:safety PTC (Positive Train Control)
gptkbp:safety_features crashworthy design
gptkbp:service gptkb:1996
gptkb:commuter_rail
approximately 30 years
gptkbp:suspension air suspension
gptkbp:traction gptkb:GE_752_traction_motors
diesel-electric
gptkbp:train_types passenger railroad
gptkbp:trains ACSES
gptkbp:transportation gptkb:P42
gptkbp:upgrades engine upgrades over time
gptkbp:weight 268,000 lb
gptkbp:wheels A1 A-A1 A
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:General_Electric's_transportation_business
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6