FEC’s SD70ACe Locomotives: Boosting Efficiency for Florida Rail

Progress Rail delivered the first EMD SD70ACe locomotives to Florida East Coast Railway in May 2024, boosting efficiency. Discover how these powerful locomotives will impact operations!

FEC’s SD70ACe Locomotives: Boosting Efficiency for Florida Rail
November 17, 2016 2:44 am
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Introduction

In May 2024, Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, delivered the first of 20 EMD SD70ACe locomotives to the Florida East Coast Railway (FEC). These locomotives are part of a larger order aimed at enhancing FEC’s operational efficiency.

Locomotive Delivery and Specifications

The initial delivery of the EMD SD70ACe locomotives took place in May 2024. The total order includes 20 locomotives. Each locomotive is equipped with a 4,300 horsepower, 16-cylinder 710 series prime mover engine. The locomotives are designed to meet Tier 3 emissions standards. The contract for the rail vehicle orders was announced in late 2023.

Operational Benefits and Network Expansion

The introduction of these new locomotives is expected to improve FEC’s operational efficiency. The SD70ACe locomotives will assist in managing the increased traffic volume resulting from the expansion of the PortMiami, which is part of FEC’s service network. The PortMiami expansion includes infrastructure improvements to handle larger cargo volumes.

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Financial and Contractual Details

The contract for the 20 EMD SD70ACe locomotives was announced in late 2023. The financial details of the contract were not specified in the source material.

Company Summary

Progress Rail: Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is a provider of rail and transit products and services.

Florida East Coast Railway (FEC): Florida East Coast Railway is a freight railroad operating in Florida.

Technology

EMD SD70ACe: The EMD SD70ACe is a diesel-electric locomotive model manufactured by Progress Rail. It features a 4,300 horsepower, 16-cylinder 710 series prime mover engine and meets Tier 3 emissions standards.

Conclusion

Progress Rail has delivered the first of 20 EMD SD70ACe locomotives to the Florida East Coast Railway. These locomotives are designed to improve operational efficiency and are part of FEC’s strategy to handle increased traffic volume, particularly from the expansion at PortMiami.

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