MLW RS-1 |
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| Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND |
| New: 25 March 2005 |
Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand |
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| Engine Builder: Dominion Engineering Works |
Engine: 6L 4-cycle Model 539T-6L |
| Bore & Stroke |
12.5" X 13" |
| RPM (Maximum / Minimum) |
740 / 315 |
| Main Generator: GE - GT553 |
Horsepower: 1000 |
| Gear Ratio: 74:18 |
Speed: 60 mph |
| Trucks: 4-Wheel |
Configuration: B-B |
| Traction Motor Blowers: Mechanical Driven (2) |
Model: ? |
| Weight: 240,000 lbs |
Traction Motors: GE 731 (four) |
| Tractive Effort (starting) 60,000 lbs @ 25% |
Tractive Effort (continuous): 34,000 lbs @ 8 mph |
| Multiple Unit Capability: Yes |
Dynamic Braking: No |
| Auxilary Generator: GE GMG144 |
Alternator: not applicable |
| Air Brake: Westinghouse |
Model: 6L |
| Compressor: Westinghouse |
Model: CD |
| Boiler Type: Vapor |
PSI: 800 |
| Quantity Built: 3
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Dates: 4/1954 |
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| Exterior Dimensions
| RS-1 |
| Total Length |
54'-11" |
| Pilot to Pilot |
51'-00" |
| Wheel Diameter |
40" |
| Truck Wheel Base |
9'-04" |
| Height to Top Engine Hood |
12'-02" |
| Height to Top Cab Hood |
14'-04" |
| Cab Width |
9'-11" |
| Top Walkway Width |
7'-07" |
| Walkway Width |
5'-00" |
| Engine Hood Width |
5'-05" |
| Center Bolster |
31'-00" |
| Center Front Truck to Front Pilot |
9'-09" |
| Center Rear Tucrk to Rear Pilot |
10'-03" |
| Distance between Truck Centers |
40'-04" |
| Minimum Turning Radious |
21 degrees / 21 degrees |
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| Fuel Oil: 1300
| Lubricating Oil: 67 |
| Engine Cooling Water: 200
| Sand Capacity: 28 cu. ft. |
| Options: |
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| Drawing by: Jacques Belanger |
Reference Sources:
- Alco Reference #1 by Bob Litjestraund
- Diesesl locomotives, Cyclopedia, Vol w by Model Railroader
- Canadian National Data Book
- Extra 2200 South, Issues 58 & 59
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