EMD SD40 and SD40A |
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| Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND |
| New: 1 September 2006 |
Artwork by: Jean-Denis Bachand |
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| Engine Builder: EMD |
Engine: 645E3 16 cylinder |
| Bore & Stroke |
8.5" X 10" |
| RPM (Maximum / Minimum) |
900 / 315 |
| Main Generator: GM - AR10 |
Horsepower: 3000 |
| Gear Ratio: 62:15 |
Speed: 65 mph |
| Trucks: HT-C 6-Wheel |
Configuration: C-C |
| Traction Motor Blowers: Electrical Drive (2) |
Model: GM |
| Weight: 368,000 lbs |
Traction Motors: Six GM - D77 |
| Tractive Effort (starting) 92,000 lbs @25% |
Tractive Effort (continuous): 82,100 lbs @ 11 mph |
| Multiple Unit Capability: Yes |
Dynamic Braking: Yes |
| Auxilary Generator: Delco A8102 |
Alternator: Delco 14 |
| Air Brake: Westinghouse |
Model: 26L |
| Compressor: Gardner-Denver |
Model: WBO |
| Quantity Built: 1257 (plus 18 SD40As)
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Dates: 1/66 to 7/72 (and 8/69 to 1/70 for SD40A) |
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| Exterior Dimensions
| SD40 |
| Total Length |
65'-08" (and 70'-08") |
| Wheel Diameter |
40" |
| Truck Wheel Base |
13'-07" |
| Height to Top Engine Hood |
14'-08" |
| Height to Top Cab |
15'-07.5" |
| Cab Width |
10'-03" |
| Top of Walkway |
8'-09.5" |
| Walkway Width |
3'-08.5" |
| Engine Hood Width |
10'-00" |
| Center Bolster |
43'-06" (and 45'-00") |
| Center Front Truck to Front Pilot |
3'-10" |
| Center Rear Truck to Rear Pilot |
3'-10" |
| Distance between Truck Centers |
53'-07" (and 58'-07") |
| Minimum Turning Radious |
57 degrees |
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| Fuel Oil: 4000
| Lubricating Oil: 395 |
| Engine Cooling Water: 254
| Sand Capacity: 56 cu. ft. |
| Options: - |
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| Artwork by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND |
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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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