EMC NW1A |
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| Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND |
| New: 6 May 2006 |
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: GE D37GE 542
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| 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 - D37 (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: 33
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Dates: 12/1938 |
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| Exterior Dimensions
| NW1A |
| 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'-00" |
| Top of Walkway |
4'-07.5" |
| Engine Hood Width |
7'-00" |
| Distance between Truck Centers |
20'-00" |
| Wheel Base (locomotive) |
28'-00" |
| Minimum Turning Radious |
39 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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