EMC SW1

    Introduced in 1939, along with the NW2, as the first of the new generation of Electro-Motive
    switcher models featuring the 567 series diesel engine. Production was suspended in 1942 by
    the War Production Board. When production resumed in 1945 the SW1 was powered by the
    567A engine.

    Data

    Years Produced: 1939-1953
    Number Produced: 661
    Engine Type: 567 / 567A, V6
    Horse Power: 600

    Examples

    CR 8501
    Photo by: John C. Durant
    Burlington, NJ. - April 15,1978

    ex PRR 9404 at Tyburn RR ex PRR 9404 at Tyburn RR ex PRR 9404 at Tyburn RR
    photo by: Kris Klemick
    ex PRR 9404


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