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EMD Leading the Way

For over 80 years, Electro-Motive Diesel, Incorporated has been the leader in advanced locomotive technology. As we move into the 21st century, EMD continues to revolutionize the locomotive and power industries by developing more efficient, intelligent and safer products, staying a generation ahead of its competitors.

 

 

       
  H - Engine    
 

Designed for Best-In-Class fuel efficiency, for locomotive application. The H-Engine prime mover delivers the performance the railroad industry has been waiting for.

 
       
  Automatic Engine Start/Stop System (AESS)    
  EMD Engine Auto Start/Stop EMD AESS is a fully integrated software solution that monitors critical operating parameters during locomotive idle operation-safely and effectively shutting down the engine when all factors are satisfied. When any one of the predetermined limits fall outside of the target range, AESS will restart the engine.

The EMD AESS reduces unnecessary idle time by more than 50% and improves locomotive fuel efficiency up to 29 gal/day for switcher use and 18 gal/day for line haul operation.
 
       
  Radial Truck    
  A major innovation in diesel-electric locomotive suspension that reduces operating expense and increases adhesion capability. Allows 6-axle locomotive use in areas that normally allow only 4-axle trucks.  
       
  FIRE System    
  The FIRE platform is designed to offer true and simplified integration of cab electronics, providing for future growth at an attractive cost. Current and future cab electronics can be easily integrated into the system, without the need for additional black boxes.  
       
  Intellitrain    
  EMD is building the "information super railway" capable of revolutionizing how railroads operate.