General Electric ES44DC |
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| Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND |
| New: 27 October 2007 |
Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand |
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| Engine Builder: General Electric |
Engine: GEVO-12 (4-cycle) |
| Bore & Stroke |
250mm X 320mm |
| RPM (Maximum / Minimum) |
1050 / 450 |
| Main Generator: GE - GMG196A |
Horsepower: 4400 |
| Gear Ratio: 83:20 |
Speed: 70 mph |
| 6-Wheel Hi-AD |
Configuration: C-C |
| Weight: 416,000 lbs |
Traction Motors: GE 752AH (Six) |
| Traction Motor Blowers: Koppers 872-22 |
Number: 2 |
| Tractive Effort (starting) 142,000 lbs @ 29.5% |
Tractive Effort (continuous): 109,000 lbs @ 13.7 mph |
| Multiple Unit Capability: Yes |
Dynamic Braking: Yes |
| Auxilary Generator: GE GYA30A |
Alternator: GYA30A |
| Air Brake: Westinghouse |
Model: 26L |
| Air Compressor: Westinghouse |
Model: 3CDC |
| Quantity Built: 653
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Dates: 01/2003 to Present |
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| Exterior Dimensions
| ES44DC |
| Total Length |
73'-02" |
| Wheel Diameter |
42" |
| Truck Wheel Base |
13'-02" |
| Height |
15'-05" |
| Cab Width |
10'-03" |
| Top of Walkway |
9'-06.5" |
| Locomotive Wheel Base |
66'-02" |
| Distance between Truck Centers |
53'-00" |
| Minimum Turning Radious |
21 degrees |
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| Fuel Oil: 5000
| Lubricating Oil: 450 |
| Engine Cooling Water: 450
| Sand Capacity: 40 cu. ft. |
| Options: Steerable Trucks, Controlled Traction Effort |
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Reference Sources:
- Locomotive Magazine (2007)
- TRAIN, September 1999
- Diesel Locomotives, by Greg McDonnell
- Model Railroader, November 2004
- GE Transportation Group, 2007 Archives
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