EMC NW1

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Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND
Revised: 12 Feb. 2014  Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand
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Engine Builder: Winton Engine: 201-A 12 cylinder
Bore & Stroke 8" X 10"
RPM (Maximum / Minimum) 750 / 275
Main Generator: Westinghouse - 480 Horsepower: 900
Gear Ratio: 68:15 Speed: 50 mph
Trucks: 4-Wheel Configuration: B-B
Traction Motor Blowers: Belt Drive (1) Model: GE
Weight: 198,000 lbs Traction Motors: GE - 287D (four)
Tractive Effort (starting) 60,000 lbs @30% Tractive Effort (continuous): 43,000 lbs @ 11.0 mph
Multiple Unit Capability: No Dynamic Braking: No
Auxilary Generator: GE Alternator: --
Air Brake: Westinghouse Model: 6BL
Compressor: Westinghouse Model: 3C2C
Quantity Built: 54 Dates: 11/1937 to 12/1938
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Exterior Dimensions NW1
Total Length 44'-05"
Wheel Diameter 40"
Truck Wheel Base 8'-00"
Height to Top Engine Hood ??
Height to Top Cab 14'-05"
Cab Width 10'-02"
Top of Walkway 4'-07.5"
Engine Hood Width 10'-00"
Distance between Truck Centers 20'-00"
Wheel Base (locomotive) 28'-00"
Minimum Turning Radious 57 degrees
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Fuel Oil: 600 Lubricating Oil: 145
Engine Cooling Water: 220 Sand Capacity: 28 cu. ft.
Options: None
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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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