EMD G18 |
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| Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND |
| New: 14 July 2007 |
Artwork by: Jean-Denis Bachand |
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| Engine Builder: EMD |
Engine: 645E 8-cylinder |
| Bore & Stroke |
9.02" X 10" |
| RPM (Maximum / Minimum) |
900 / 315 |
| Main Generator: GM - D25R |
Horsepower: 1000 |
| Gear Ratio: 62:15 |
Speed: 65 mph |
| Trucks: 4-Wheel |
Configuration: B-B |
| Traction Motor Blowers: Delco Electric Drive (4) |
Model: GM |
| Weight: 134,200 lbs |
Traction Motors: Four GM - D36 |
| Tractive Effort (starting) 38,800 lbs @ 25% |
Tractive Effort (continuous): 33,60 lbs @ 12 mph |
| Multiple Unit Capability: Yes |
Dynamic Braking: No |
| Auxilary Generator: Delco A8102 |
Alternator: GM D14 |
| Air Brake: Westinghouse |
Model: 24RL |
| Compressor: Gardner-Denver |
Model: WBO |
| Quantity Built: Not Available
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Dates: 1975 to ? |
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| Exterior Dimensions
| G18 |
| Distance over End Sills |
38'-00" |
| Wheel Diameter |
40" |
| Truck Wheel Base |
8'-00" |
| Overall Height |
12'-02.65" |
| Engine Hood Width |
9'-00" |
| Width over Handrails |
9'-08" |
| Center Bolster |
28'-06" |
| Distance from End Sill to Centerline of Truck |
9'-00" |
| Distance between Bolster Centers |
20'-00" |
| Minimum Turning Radious |
30 degrees |
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| Fuel Oil: 500
| Lubricating Oil: 130 |
| Engine Cooling Water: 126
| Sand Capacity: 9 cu. ft. |
| Options: Vapor Clarkson Boiler #4625 (@ 2500 lbs./hr.) |
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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
- "Early Diesel and Electric Locomotives," Rail Heritage Publications
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