What is the newest Amtrak locomotive?

ALC-42
The ALC-42 is a brand new, state of the art locomotive design built by Siemens Mobility in Sacramento, California. Amtrak has purchased 75 of these locomotives, which are part of the Charger diesel-electric locomotive series, to replace P40 and P42DC units that were built in the mid 1990s.

Does Amtrak run on diesel?

Amtrak operates diesel, electric, and dual-mode (diesel or electric) locomotives. Operates as a traditional diesel locomotive, except in and around New York Penn Station where it runs entirely on electricity picked up from a third rail system.

Does Amtrak have any new trains?

New Acela Fleet – Interiors Scheduled to enter service in the Northeast Corridor in 2022, the new trains will provide travelers with world-class accommodations and amenities, along with an even more comfortable ride.

Who builds Amtrak locomotives?

Siemens Mobility’s
The trains will be manufactured at Siemens Mobility’s rail manufacturing facility in Sacramento, California, and will comply with the Federal Railroad Administration Buy America Standards.

Are there going to be diesel locomotives on Amtrak?

WASHINGTON – Amtrak today released renderings and other information about the first of the diesel-electric locomotives that will replace the current fleet on the National Network, including all long distance and many state-sponsored routes.

How many locomotives and switchers does Amtrak have?

The rolling stock of Amtrak comprises 436 locomotives (including 38 switchers ) , 25 trainsets, and 1,553 rail cars as of the end of 2011. The GE P42DC is Amtrak’s primary road diesel. Here #150 pulls the Cardinal into South Shore, Kentucky in 2006.

Where does Siemens Mobility make the diesel locomotives?

Siemens Mobility has suppliers across the United States to support locomotive production, including Cummins, which manufactures the diesel engines in Seymour, Ind.

What’s the maximum speed of an Amtrak diesel locomotive?

They have Alternating Current Propulsion for a maximum speed of 125 mph. The 16-cylinder Cummins QSK95 engine has Tier 4 Emissions Technology to reduce nitrogen oxide by more than 89 percent and particulate matter by 95 percent, while providing a savings in diesel fuel consumption and reaching Amtrak Sustainability goals.