The CSX GP40-2 is a popular Road-Switcher Locomotive add-on for the Train Sim World series, faithfully recreated as a piece of downloadable content (DLC) by Dovetail Games. This DLC allows players to experience the power of the Electro-Motive GP40-2 diesel-electric locomotive across compatible routes.
✅ Availability & Compatibility (The Preserved Collection)
The CSX GP40-2 is available as a standalone Loco Add-On.
- Original Requirement: It was initially designed to add the locomotive to the Sand Patch Grade route included in the original Train Sim World: CSX Heavy Haul edition.
- Modern Compatibility: Thanks to the Preserved Collection system, this DLC is fully compatible and playable in all later versions, including:
- Train Sim World 2020
- Train Sim World 2
- Train Sim World 3
- Train Sim World 4
- Routes: The locomotive’s new content focuses on Sand Patch Grade. Additionally, it can be layered onto select services on the Northeast Corridor: New York route if you own that route’s DLC.
✨ Key Features
The add-on provides an authentic simulation of the 3,000 horsepower GP40-2 diesel locomotive and includes bonus rolling stock.
| Feature | Description |
| Locomotive | Electro-Motive GP40-2 (3,000 HP) |
| Liveries | Classic CSX “Bright Future” (YN2) and “Boxcar” (YN3b) liveries. |
| Rolling Stock | 73-foot Centerbeam Flatcar and 42-foot Steel Coil Car, both in CSX livery. |
| Gameplay Content | 3 challenging scenarios, an interactive tutorial, and over 20 services in Service Mode (all for Sand Patch Grade). |
💰 Purchasing Options
The price of the add-on varies between retailers and is subject to change:
| Merchant | Price (Approximate USD) |
| ShopTo | ~$12.04 |
| Fanatical | ~$17.88 |
| GamersGate | ~$19.99 |
| Just Trains | ~$19.99 |
