Genset Locomotives
Railpower also produces a series of "Genset" type locomotives, which are powered by between 2 and 4 smaller diesel engines each. The engines are computer controlled, with the computer stopping and starting engines on a rotating basis, as required to produce the horsepower needed at any given moment. Currently on the market are the RP20BH (two-engine hybrid) and RP20BD (three engine diesel) locomotives for light road duties. The "B" or "C" in the model number signifies B-B, or C-C wheel arrangement, with the "14", "20" or "27" signifing 1,400 2,000 or 2,700 horsepower respectively. Some of the units built for BNSF have virtually no cab at all, as BNSF specified the locomotives to be equipped with remote control technology.
| Model designation | Wheel arrangement | Build year | Total produced | Power output | # of engines | Image |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RP20BH (Hybrid) | B-B | 2006–present | 1 (prototype) | 1490 kW (2,000-hp) | 2 | |
| RP20BD (Genset) | B-B | 2006–present | 116 | 1490 kW (2,000-hp) | 3 | |
| RP14BD | B-B | 2008–present | 8 | 1140 kW (1,400-hp) | 2 | |
| RP20CD | C-C | 2007–present | 6 | 1490 kW (2,000-hp) | 3 | |
| RP27CD | C-C | 2009- | 0 | 1990 kW (2,667-hp) | 4 |
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