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The EMD F40PH is synonymous with the Amtrak era of American passenger trains. Although it has been retired from Amtrak service, it operated for over 20 years and today it continues to be the motive power for commuter railroads such as VRE, MBTA, Caltrain, Metrolink, and Metra) and more all over the United States. Over 500 F40PH locomotives have been manufactured by EMD in various configurations.
To support passenger service, the F40PH is equipped with a secondary electrical generator referred to as the head end generator (or HEP, for Head End Power). The need for constant constant frequency power means that these HEP units are constantly running at 900rpm, resulting in the nickname “Screamers” for the units due to the sound.
- Locomotives are equipped with shock absorber construction for smooth and prototypical motion on the track.
- Additional alternate snow plow piece included for tight radius operation.
- Commuter and Standard versions available.
- Chicago Metra version F40PH locomotives have directional head and tail lights on the front of the locomotive for push-pull operation.
- Drop in DCC compatible with the Train Control Systems K0D8-C (Amtrak) , Train Control Systems K5D7 (Metra) and ESU 58941 LokSound 5 Micro DCC Direct Kato USA Widebody (Amtrak)
N Amtrak F40PH & Superliner Phase III 4-Unit Set
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N EMD F40PH Amtrak Phase III #350 w/o ditch lights
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F40PH Metra #104 "City of Chicago"
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F40PH Chicago Metra #157 "City of Palatine"
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F40PH Chicago Metra #183 "Village of Itasca"
View ProductFeatured Model: Chicago Metra #104 “City of Chicago”
As of 2023, Chicago Metra owns and operates the largest number of surviving F40PH engines – 118. Starting in 2017 Metra began repainting certain locomotives to commemorate historic railroads or special events.
In 2022 F40PH #104 was added to the roster of special Metra engines when it received a one-of-a-kind “City of Chicago” livery. The shades of blue with red stars are a direct reference to the Chicago city flag, while the skyline silhouette below the cab windows pay homage to the area that Metra is proud to serve and call home.
Officially licensed by Amtrak
Amtrak and Superliner are registered service marks of the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.