General Electric Super 7-C30

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Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND
New: 15 May 2010 Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand
New: 25 November 2007
Engine Builder: Cooper Bessemer Engine: 4-cycle Model 16FDL
Bore & Stroke 9" X 10.5"
RPM (Maximum / Minimum) 1000 / 400
Main Generator: GE - GTA-24 Horsepower: 3000
Gear Ratio: 83:20 Speed: 70 mph
6-Wheel Configuration: C-C
Traction Motor Blowers: Mech. Number: 2
Weight: 395,000 lbs Traction Motors: GE 752 (Six)
Tractive Effort (starting) 91,600 lbs @ 25% Tractive Effort (continuous): 91,500 lbs @ 9.6 mph
Multiple Unit Capability: Yes Dynamic Braking: Yes
Auxilary Generator: GE GY27 Alternator: GMG-146
Air Brake: Westinghouse Model: 26L
Air Compressor: Westinghouse Model: 3CDC
Quantity Built: 111 Dates: 5/1989 to 12/1993
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Exterior Dimensions Super 7-C30
Total Length 67'-03"
Wheel Diameter 40"
Truck Wheel Base 13'-07"
Height to Hood Top 15'-02.5"
Height to Top Cab 15'-10.5"
Cab Width 10'-02"
Hood Width 9'-01.5"
Top of Walkway 9'-11"
Walkway Width 5'-00"
Center Bolster 40'-11"
Distance between Truck Centers 54'-06"
Leading Edge Front Truck to Front Pilot 1'-07.5"
Trailing Edge Rear Truck to Rear Pilot 1'-07.5"
Leading Edge Front Truck to Trailing Edge Rear Truck 39'-11"
Minimum Turning Radious 21 degrees
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Fuel Oil: 3000 Lubricating Oil: 380
Engine Cooling Water: 385 Sand Capacity: 48 cu. ft.
Options:
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Reference Sources:
  • GE Advanced Generation, 1989 by James W. Kerr
  • GE Locomotives Vols 1 & 2, 1981, by James W. Kerr
  • Car & Locomotive Encyclopedia, 1984, Simmons & Boardman Publications
  • Moden Locomotive Handbook, 1979, Railway Fuel & Operating Officers Assn.
  • Diesel & Electric Locomotives Specifications, 1981, by F. K. Hudson
  • GE Export U-Series Model Evolution by Steve Plmano

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