CN GP38-2W is a type of Train Sim World diesel locomotive manufactured by Electro-Motive Division (EMD), and when associated with Canadian National, it specifically indicates a GP38-2 locomotive with a wide-nose Canadian comfort cab, a variant designed specifically for the National Railway in Canada, often identified with a W added to the designation as GP38-2W by rail enthusiasts; however, this W is not part of the official locomotive model number.
Key points about the EMD GP38-2W and Canadian National:
- General Purpose Locomotive: GP stands for General Purpose, meaning this locomotive is designed for a variety of tasks, including switching in yards and pulling freight trains.
- Canadian Variant: The W added to GP38-2 signifies a Canadian National specific version with a wider cab for improved crew comfort.
- Wide-Nose Cab: The Canadian National variant of the GP38-2 is easily recognizable by its wider nose compared to standard GP38-2 models.
Manufacturer of GP38-2W
Electro-Motive Diesel
