Both the P40DC and P42DC allowed Amtrak to operate heavy long-distance trains with fewer locomotives compared to the older EMD F40PH locomotives; two P40DCs could do the same …

Amtrak's fleet of Genesis series are easily identified by their road numbers. The P40DC units are numbered from 800 to 843, while P42DC units are numbered from 1 to 207.

Move the Independent Brake handle to the FULL APPLICATION position. Move the brake pipe cut-off pilot switch to the TEST position on Brake Controller. Move Automatic Brake handle to …

Dec 1, 2025 · This page provides a consolidated status of the P42s as they are removed from service or converted to cab control vehicles coincident with the acceptance of ALC-42 diesel …

GENERAL: Amtrak's current primary road unit. Amtrak purchased 207 of these units and are a regular site on most all long-distance as well as many short-distance trains across the country. …

By 1996, production of the P40DC was replaced by the P42DC. Amtrak took delivery of over 200 units and placed them in service to ultimately replace the aging and tired EMD F40 fleet. …

The Amtrak locomotives have now reached the end of their long-distance service careers and are being replaced with Siemens Chargers. Some have long been sold to various companies who …

GE P40/42 Data Sheets

The P42DC is a passenger locomotive first built in 1996 to replace the F40PHs. VIA Rail received their P42DCs in 2001 as part of a tag-on order to Amtrak's final batch of P42DCs (units 121-207).

Jul 9, 1993 · Both the P40DC and P42DC allowed Amtrak to operate heavy long-distance trains with fewer locomotives compared to the older EMD F40PH locomotives; two P40DCs could do …