EMC TA |
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| Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND |
| New: 6 May 2006 |
Artwork by: Jean-Denis Bachand |
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| Engine Builder: Winton |
Engine: 201-A 16 cylinder |
| Bore & Stroke |
8" X 10" |
| RPM (Maximum / Minimum) |
750 / 275 |
| Main Generator: GE - 542 (2) |
Horsepower: 1000 |
| Gear Ratio: 62:15 |
Speed: 65 mph |
| Trucks: 4-Wheel |
Configuration: B-B |
| Traction Motor Blowers: Mechanical Drive (1) |
Model: GM |
| Weight: 230,000 lbs |
Traction Motors: GE - 726C (four) |
| Tractive Effort (starting) 56,500 lbs @25% |
Tractive Effort (continuous): 31,000 lbs @ 11.0 mph |
| Multiple Unit Capability: No |
Dynamic Braking: No |
| Auxilary Generator: Delco A8102 |
Alternator: |
| Air Brake: Westinghouse |
Model: 6BL |
| Compressor: Gardner Denver |
Model: WBO |
| Quantity Built: 6 |
Dates: 6/1937 to 8/1937 |
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| Exterior Dimensions
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| Total Length |
60'-10" |
| Wheel Diameter |
40" |
| Truck Wheel Base |
9'-00" |
| Height to Top Engine Hood |
13'-11" |
| Height to Top Cab |
14'-11" |
| Cab Width |
10'-07" |
| Engine Hood Width |
10'-00" |
| Center Bolster |
34'-00" |
| Center Front Truck to Front Pilot |
6'-11" |
| Center Rear Truck to Rear Pilot |
6'-08" |
| Distance between Truck Centers |
53'-00" |
| Minimum Turning Radious |
57 degrees |
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| Fuel Oil: 1000
| Lubricating Oil: 185 |
| Engine Cooling Water: 200
| Sand Capacity: 30 cu. ft. |
| Options: Vapor Clarkson Boiler: 800 lbs/hr |
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| Artwork by: Jean-Denis Bachand |
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Reference Sources:
- Diesel Locomtoives, Vol.2, by Bob Hayden
- Illustrated Treasury of GM Locomotives, by James W. Kerr
- Diesel Locomotives, The First 50 Years by Louis A. Marre
- The Second Diesel Spotter's Guide, by Jerry A. Pinkepank
- "Early Diesel and Electric Locomotives," Rail Heritage Publications
- Diesel & Electric Locomotive Specificiations, 1981 by F.K. Hudson
- Train Shed Cyclopedia, Vol. 20, 58, 60, 64, 80
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