For more than 90 years, we have produced the most durable, reliable and sustainable locomotive products and services in the rail industry. We design and manufacture diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial rail applications, with 65,000 EMD®-powered locomotives delivered to more than 75 countries. Our technology leadership and superior performance drive our reputation for exceptional quality, service and innovation.
Repower locomotives available from Progress Rail provide the greatest flexibility of any provider in the marketplace. By replacing old, inefficient engines, and antiquated control systems with new, state-of-the-art, clean technology, the next generation of single-engine locomotives are ready to provide reliable service for decades to come. Packages can be tailored to provide kits for customer installation or as complete turnkey solutions, both using the latest generation of EMD or Cat engines meeting the latest emissions standards along with a choice of control systems.
Craig A. McKeen
General Manager, Sales and Marketing
Office Phone: 708-387-3640
Cell Phone: 708-710-1336
Eric Smith
General Manager, Sales and Marketing, Passenger Locomotives - West
Boise, ID
Cell Phone: 708-557-5260
Progress Rail is proud to offer its newly developed, fully battery-powered switcher locomotive. The new EMD® Joule is a zero emissions switcher which includes battery capacity from 1.9 megawatt hours up to 2.4 megawatt hours, with additional options available.
Learn MoreThe EMD® GT-Series locomotive platform includes GT38AC, GT42AC and GT46AC models. These locomotives integrate EMD® 710-Series engines together with AC traction technology to provide superior efficiency and performance for a broad range of operations. We pioneered development of AC traction for heavy haul diesel-electric locomotives, and today thousands of EMD® AC locomotives operate worldwide providing enhanced adhesion performance and lower life cycle costs.
Learn MoreThe EMD® GT-Series locomotive platform includes GT38AC, GT42AC and GT46AC models. These locomotives integrate EMD® 710-Series engines together with AC traction technology to provide superior efficiency and performance for a broad range of operations. We pioneered development of AC traction for heavy haul diesel-electric locomotives, and today thousands of EMD® AC locomotives operate worldwide providing enhanced adhesion performance and lower life cycle costs.
Learn MoreThe EMD® GT-Series locomotive platform includes GT38AC, GT42AC and GT46AC models. These locomotives integrate EMD® 710-Series engines together with AC traction technology to provide superior efficiency and performance for a broad range of operations. We pioneered development of AC traction for heavy haul diesel-electric locomotives, and today thousands of EMD® AC locomotives operate worldwide providing enhanced adhesion performance and lower life cycle costs.
Learn MoreThe EMD® GT-Series locomotive platform includes GT38AC, GT42AC and GT46AC models. These locomotives integrate EMD® 710-Series engines together with AC traction technology to provide superior efficiency and performance for a broad range of operations. We pioneered development of AC traction for heavy haul diesel-electric locomotives, and today thousands of EMD® AC locomotives operate worldwide providing enhanced adhesion performance and lower life cycle costs.
Learn MoreThe EMD® GT-Series locomotive platform includes GT38AC, GT42AC and GT46AC models. These locomotives integrate EMD® 710-Series engines together with AC traction technology to provide superior efficiency and performance for a broad range of operations. We pioneered development of AC traction for heavy haul diesel-electric locomotives, and today thousands of EMD® AC locomotives operate worldwide providing enhanced adhesion performance and lower life cycle costs.
Learn MoreEMD® GT46C-ACe Gen II locomotives are engineered for best-in-class tractive effort and adhesion, while meeting Australia’s demanding standards and conditions. This locomotive series integrates the EMD® 710 Engine, providing world-class reliability and fuel-efficiency and low lube oil consumption. The platform also features a redesigned crashworthy cab structure and fuel tank for operator safety, along with features for enhanced ergonomics and comfort.
Learn MoreOur range of EMD GT46C-ACe locomotives are engineered for best-in-class tractive effort and adhesion, while meeting Australia’s demanding standards and conditions. This locomotive series integrates the EMD 710 Engine, providing world-class reliability and fuel-efficiency and low lube oil consumption. The platform also features a redesigned crashworthy cab structure and fuel tank for operator safety, along with features for enhanced ergonomics and comfort. Cabs are ergonomically designed to meet the visibility requirements for 5th percentile and 95th percentile people.
Learn MoreBased on the EMD® SD70ACe locomotive, with thousands operating in heavy-haul service across the globe, the EMD® SD70ACS model is specially designed for railroads operating in harsh climatic conditions and temperatures up to +50 o C. Through integration of custom design features and technologies, the SD70ACS delivers safety and performance for challenging desert service including sand and extreme heat.
Learn MoreThe SD70ACe locomotive was introduced in 2005 for heavy-haul freight applications worldwide. This powerful and efficient locomotive integrates the world-class reliability of the EMD 710 engine, EM2000 microprocessor control system and AC traction.
Learn MoreThe EMD® SD70ACe-BB Locomotive was custom designed for Brazil’s uniquely challenging operating environment. This eight-axle, meter-gauge locomotive provides increased tractive effort and capacity to haul more freight. It is also equipped with the EMD® 710 engine, AC traction and a cab custom designed for operator safety and comfort.
Learn MoreProgress Rail heard very clearly from our railroad customers that reliability and efficiency drive total cost of ownership. With that we engineered the SD70ACe-T4 locomotive to reduce NOx by an additional 80 percent and particulates by 70 percent—while delivering world-class fuel efficiency—and the leading reliability, maintainability and safety the railroads expect from EMD locomotives.
Learn MoreThe EMD® SD70ACe-BB Locomotive was custom designed for Brazil’s uniquely challenging operating environment. This eight-axle, meter-gauge locomotive provides increased tractive effort and capacity to haul more freight. It is also equipped with the EMD® 710 engine, AC traction and a cab custom designed for operator safety and comfort.
Learn MoreThe SD70ACe Locomotive was introduced in 2005 for heavy-haul freight applications worldwide, with the SD70ACe/LCi model specially designed for low clearance mining operations. This powerful and efficient locomotive integrates the world-class reliability of the EMD® 710 engine, EM2000 microprocessor control system and AC traction.
Learn MoreThe powerful and efficient 5,300 traction horsepower EMD® SD80ACe locomotive integrates the EMD® 710 engine, EM2000 microprocessor control system and AC traction. It also features a tropical roof and a cab engineered for operator safety and comfort.
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