The EMD SW1 is a 600-horsepower (450 kW) diesel-electric switcher locomotive built by General Motors' Electro-Motive Corporation (later Division) between December 1938 and November 1953. Final assembly was at EMD's plant at LaGrange ( McCook ) Illinois.

Jan 15, 2024 · The EMD SW1 is a 600-horsepower diesel-electric switcher locomotive built by General Motors' Electro-Motive Corporation (later Division) between December 1938 and November 1953. Final assembly was at EMD's plant at LaGrange (McCook) Illinois.

Dec 20, 2024 · The SW1 featured a 600 horsepower prime mover and retained Electro-Motive's signature short carbody of just 44-feet with tapering near the cab for improved visibility. The SW1's most recognizable feature is the large sandbox just under the grill. Its location is unique to this particular model.

Jan 8, 2025 · Seen here in the Black River & Western shops at Ringoes. PRR #9206 built in 1949. The power on the Black River & Western's 2017 Easter Bunny Express. Recently repainted SW1. The first excursion trip leaving the station. Arriving at Ringoes station. Rearranging the locomotives for the trip down to Bowne Station.

The SW1 was a 660 horsepower switcher, easily recognized by its distinctive sandbox below the front radiator. PRR and NYC originally purchased these diminutive engines, with ex-Central units numbered in the 8400's, while ex-Pennsy units were in the 8500's.

Burlington Northern, Ex-GN 81, retired 8/83. Sold to RE, to WRL. Ex CBQ, to KCLX, to MWLX.

Both front and rear trucks are powered and a heavy diecast frame (model weighs 11 ounces) insures plenty of pulling power. A skew-wound, five-pole can motor with dual flywheels and all-wheel electrical pick-up insures smooth operation at any speed.

Jan 15, 2024 · EMD SW / SW1, Class ES6 The EMD SW1 is a 600-horsepower diesel-electric switcher locomotive built by General Motors' Electro-Motive Corporation (later Division) between December 1938 and November 1953.

A new revised HO-scale SW1 has been announced for the Walthers Mainline series for spring 2013 delivery. The new model will be DCC-ready and retail for $99.98.

Nov 29, 2023 · Side view of the EMD SW1 swticher originally built as PRR #9422 and later Washingon Terminal #738.