Pennsylvania Railroad class GG1 - Wikipedia
WEBThe Pennsylvania Railroad GG1 is a class of streamlined electric locomotives built for the Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR), in the northeastern United States. The class was known for its striking art deco shell, its ability to pull trains at up to 100 mph, and its long operating career of almost 50 years.
Digging into the Archives: The Amazing GG-1 Locomotive — Amtrak …
WEBJun 20, 2013 · Approaching its fifth decade of service, Amtrak finally retired its GG-1 fleet as the new high-speed, lightweight AEM-7 locomotives were put into service starting in 1980. The last Amtrak GG-1 ran on May 1, 1981—ten years to the day when Amtrak took over the nation’s intercity passenger rail system.
PRR's GG1s - Where are they now? - We Are Railfans
WEBJul 1, 2021 · At the start of the year, Gary Dolzall took a look back at the majestic GG1 electric locomotive which rivals even the most popular diesels when it comes to recognizable icons on America's railroads.
PRR's "GG-1" Locomotives - American-Rails.com
WEBAug 23, 2024 · However, the GG1 quickly proved it was the superior motor and was ultimately selected by the PRR to replace the P5. The GG1 included a continuous rating of 4,680 horsepower, which could sometimes peak as high as 10,000 horsepower, giving the locomotive impressive acceleration and traction.
Pennsylvania Railroad 4935 - Wikipedia
WEBPennsylvania Railroad 4935 is a preserved electric locomotive. It is one of sixteen remaining Pennsylvania Railroad class GG1 locomotives, and one of two (along with Pennsylvania Railroad 4800) at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania.
The Pennsylvania Railroad GG1 - Steam Locomotive
WEBIn 1971, 30 GG1s were transferred from the Penn Central to Amtrak. These locomotives were renumbered 4900 through 4929 and were operated by Amtrak for a while wearing the PC logo. Later, these 30 GG1s were repainted with the Helvetica style "Amtrak" and a new series of numbers: 900 through 929.
Early Amtrak electric locomotives - Trains
WEBAug 11, 2022 · Examination of the succession of early Amtrak electric locomotives, including the GG1, E60CP, and AEM-7, on the Northeast Corridor.
Retired Amtrak Power: GE GG1 - YouTube
WEBRetired Amtrak Power: GE GG1. Hi. I'm Sam, a railfan based out of Eastern Massachusetts. I film trains from all around the world and make narrated videos explaining how the railroad works...
GG-1 Amtrak #4916 - National Museum of Transportation
WEBMaking use of a streamlined Raymond Lowey body design, this GG-1 class, 2-C+C-2 electric locomotive has 7,500 HP and a top speed of 100 mph. It was used in both passenger and freight service in the Northeast Corridor …
The Majestic GG1 - We Are Railfans
WEBJan 7, 2021 · As a favorite of train enthusiasts and modelers, the GG1 made many appearances in miniature, including a classic O Gauge model created by Lionel, and quite naturally, the memorable GG1 has emerged as a favorite of sim fans with the Train Simulator edition of the grand electric.
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