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The range of horsepower for diesel locomotives is

  • The range of horsepower for diesel locomotives is 4000 to 5500.
  • For example, some of the most powerful diesel locomotives in use today, such as the General Electric AC6000CW and the EMD SD90MAC-H, are capable of producing over 6000 horsepower.
  • That being said, there are certainly diesel locomotives in use today with horsepower ratings in the range of 1500 to 2500, particularly in lighter-duty applications such as yard switching or short-haul freight service.
  • In general, the horsepower rating of a diesel locomotive will be determined by the requirements of the specific application, with heavier-duty applications requiring more powerful locomotives.