MLW / BBD DL-535E

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Data Sheet Information Compiled by: Jean-Denis Bachand
New: 17 April 2005 Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand
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Engine Builder: Alco Products Engine: 4-cycle Model 251D 6L
Bore & Stroke 9" X 10.5"
RPM (Maximum / Minimum) 1100 / 400
Main Generator: GE - GTA19pb1 Horsepower: 1200
Gear Ratio: 90:17 Speed: 40 mph
6-Wheel Configuration: c-C
Traction Motor Blowers: Mechanical Driven (2) Model: ?
Weight: 216,000 lbs Traction Motors: GE 764pc2 (six)
Tractive Effort (starting) 43,200 lbs @ 25% Tractive Effort (continuous): 64,200 lbs @ 25 mph
Multiple Unit Capability: Yes Dynamic Braking: Yes
Auxilary Generator: GE GMG144 GY27 Alternator: --
Air Brake: Westinghouse Model: 26L
Compressor: Westinghouse Model: 3CD
Boiler Type: -- Lbs/hr: --
Quantity Built: 7 (see Note) Dates: 7/1975 & 9/1982
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Exterior Dimensions DL-535E
Total Length 53'-05"
Pilot to Pilot 37'-03"
Wheel Diameter 40"
Truck Wheel Base 11'-00"
Height to Top Engine Hood 12'-08"
Height to Top Cab Hood 13'-00"
Cab Width 9'-07"
Top Walkway Width 8'-02"
Walkway Width 5'-00"
Engine Hood Width 9'-06"
Center Bolster 37'-08"
Center Front Truck to Front Pilot 8'-03"
Center Rear Tucrk to Rear Pilot 8'-03"
Distance between Truck Centers 45'-08"
Minimum Turning Radious 21 degrees
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Fuel Oil: 1000 Lubricating Oil: 143
Engine Cooling Water: 199 Sand Capacity: 10 cu. ft.
Options: "Hivernisation"
Note:
  • Four units were built by Bombardier in September 1982, but and delivery was delayed. Two were delivered to United States Gypsum as USG #112 and 113 in 1984. One of the unit was destroyed and replaced by unit #111. After a delay of 14 years, unit #114 was delivered to the White Pass and Yukon in 1994.
Reference Sources:
  • MLW Design Data
  • WP&Y Mechanical Data Book

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