Union Pacific Centennial #6901
Built between 1969 and 1971 with a total production run of 47 units (6900-6946), the Union Pacific Centennials or DDA40x locomotives are the longest and most powerful diesel locomotives ever built. Two engines mounted on a single frame produce 6600 HP (4.9 MW).
1969 was the 100th anniversary of the golden spike event, hence, Centennials.
Length: 98' 5"
Width: 10' 4"
Height: 16' 4"
Weight: 521,980 lbs. (261 tons)
One unit, #6936 is still in service. #6901, as seen here, rests in Pocatello's Ross Park
Source: Wikipedia
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Union Pacific Centennial #6901
Built between 1969 and 1971 with a total production run of 47 units (6900-6946), the Union Pacific Centennials or DDA40x locomotives are the longest and most powerful diesel locomotives ever built. Two engines mounted on a single frame produce 6600 HP (4.9 MW).
1969 was the 100th anniversary of the golden spike event, hence, Centennials.
Length: 98' 5"
Width: 10' 4"
Height: 16' 4"
Weight: 521,980 lbs. (261 tons)
One unit, #6936 is still in service. #6901, as seen here, rests in Pocatello's Ross Park
Source: Wikipedia
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