EMD G8 and GA8 |
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| Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND |
| New: 18 October 2006 |
Artwork by: Jean-Denis Bachand |
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| Engine Builder: EMD |
Engine: 567C 8 cylinder |
| Bore & Stroke |
8.5" X 10" |
| RPM (Maximum / Minimum) |
835 / 275 |
| Main Generator: GM - D15 (and D15-E for GA8) |
Horsepower: 1500 |
| Gear Ratio: 63:14 |
Speed: 62 mph |
| Trucks: 4-Wheel |
Configuration: B-B |
| Traction Motor Blowers: Delco Electric Drive (4) |
Model: GM |
| Weight: 170,640 lbs (and 166,868 lbs for GA8) |
Traction Motors: Four GM - D27 (and six D19 for GA8 |
| Tractive Effort (starting) 38,000 lbs @ 25% (and 37,000 lbs. for GA8) |
Tractive Effort (continuous): 28,000 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: WXO |
| Quantity Built: Not Available (and 32 GA8s)
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Dates: 1961 to 1967 (and 1954 to 1967 for GA8) |
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| Exterior Dimensions
| G8 and GA8 |
| Total Length |
47'-04" |
| Wheel Diameter |
40" |
| Truck Wheel Base |
8'-00" (and 10'-06" for GA8) |
| Height to Top Engine Hood |
13'-10" |
| Height to Top Cab |
12'-02" |
| Cab Width |
9'-02" |
| Engine Hood Width |
9'-00" |
| Top of Walkway |
9'-00" |
| Walkway Width |
3'-08.5" |
| Center Bolster |
25'-10" |
| Center Front Truck to Front Pilot |
3'-09" |
| Center Rear Tucrk to Rear Pilot |
3'-09" |
| Distance between Truck Centers |
33'-10" |
| Minimum Turning Radious |
39 degrees |
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| Fuel Oil: 750
| Lubricating Oil: 130 |
| Engine Cooling Water: 190
| Sand Capacity: 25 cu. ft. (and 12 cu. for GA8) |
| Options: Vapor Clarkson Boiler #4625 (@ 2500 lbs./hr.) |
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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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