EMD SD18 - Wikipedia
The SD18 was the third model in EMD's SD (special duty) line of locomotives. It was designed as a modified GP18 which had six axles instead of four. The additional axles allowed for more tractive effort and a more even distribution of weight compared to the GP18.
EMD's "SD18": Its Third-Cataloged Six-Axle Road-Switcher
Aug 27, 2024 · The SD18 was Electro-Motive's third entry in its six-axle, "Special Duty" line. The model was tailored towards branch line work where its lightweight trucks and six axles could more easily negotiate these secondary corridors.
EMD SD18 Diesel-Electric Locomotive | Trains and Railroads
May 12, 2013 · The EMD SD18 is a 6-axle diesel locomotive built by General Motors Electro-Motive Division between April 1960 and March 1963. Power was provided by an EMD 567D1 16-cylinder engine which generated 1,800 hp (1.3 MW).
SD18 - RailroadfanWiki
Jul 2, 2009 · The Electromotive Division SD18 is a 6 axle, 1,800 HP diesel-electric locomotive built by EMD from 1960 to 1963. Like the GP18, it uses a 16 cylinder 567D1 prime mover rated at 1,800 HP.
EMD SD18 Data Sheet - The Diesel Shop
Configuration: C-C. Traction Motor Blowers: Electrical Drive (4) Model: Delco. Weight: 390,000 lbs. Traction Motors: Six GM - D47. Tractive Effort (starting) 97,500 lbs @25%. Tractive Effort (continuous): 67,500 lbs @ 9.3 mph. Multiple Unit Capability: Yes. Dynamic Braking: Yes.
EMD SD-series frame reference - RAILROAD.NET
Oct 28, 2024 · For those who want to know which frames EMD locomotives were built on, here's a list: SD7, SD9, SD18, SD24- built on SD7 frame. SD28 (rare) and SD35- built on SD35 frame. SDP35- built on SD35 frame. SD40X (also SD35X)- built on SD35 frame. SD40A (IC only)- built on SDP45 frame, for extra fuel capacity. SDP40- built on SD45 frame.
EMD SD-18 - Model Railroader Magazine - Model Railroading, Model Trains ...
Feb 2, 2017 · Has anyone ever created a model of an EMD SD-18 in HO scale. Overland Models did C&O and DMIR versions in 1992. Oriental did a C&O and another low hood in 1984.
Multimodalways - Electro-Motive Division Archives
Electro-Motive Division Archives. Documents. SD18 Operating Manual c1960s ( EMD SD18 Operating Manual c1960s.pdf) 7.285MB.
Behind the Scenes: DM&IR EMD SD18 Locomotive
Aug 14, 2024 · The model is of an EMD SD18, as uniquely delivered to the Duluth & Missabe Railway in 1960. I was commissioned to make it for an upcoming rail sim, which was a wise pick. The DM&IR is a popular railroad with a unique look, relatively short trackage with only one biome, and a rich history.
All SD18's on this site - rrpicturearchives.net
All SD18's on this site. Click on a locomotive to view pictures. Roster Options: Show All thumbs. Unit #. Notes. Model. Serial.