Alco-GE-IR 60 Ton Box Cab

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Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND
Updated: 20 May 2005 Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand
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Engine Builder: Ingersol-Rand (see Notes) Engine: 4-cycle 6L
Bore & Stroke 10" X 12"
RPM (Maximum / Minimum) 550 / 350
Main Generator: GE - TDC-6 Horsepower: 300
Gear Ratio: 5.86 Speed: 60 mph
Trucks: Blatz 4-Wheel Configuration: B-B
Traction Motor Blowers: Electrical Driven (1) Model: ?
Weight: 130,000 lbs Traction Motors: GE HM840 (four)
Tractive Effort (starting) 7,900 lbs @ 10 mph Tractive Effort (continuous): 36,000 lbs @ 5 mph
Multiple Unit Capability: No Dynamic Braking: No
Auxilary Generator: -- Alternator: --
Air Brake: Westinghouse Model: 14-EL
Compressor: GE Model: CP26
Quantity Built: 26 (see Note) Dates: 7/1931 and 12/1935
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Exterior Dimensions Box Cab
Total Length 32'-06"
Pilot to Pilot 25'-04"
Wheel Diameter 36"
Truck Wheel Base 7'-02"
Height to Top Engine Hood 13'-09"
Height to Top Cab Hood 11'-07"
Cab Width 10'-00"
Engine Hood Width 9'-10"
Center Bolster 17'-00"
Center Front Truck to Front Pilot 1'-02"
Center Rear Tucrk to Rear Pilot 1'-02"
Distance between Truck Centers 24'-02"
Minimum Turning Radious 57 degrees
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Fuel Oil: 166 Lubricating Oil: 25
Engine Cooling Water: 25 Sand Capacity: 12 cu. ft.
Note:
  • An additional 35 units were assembled with McIntosh and Seymour engines between February 1925 and December1928. These units tipped the scales in the 57-ton to 60-ton range.
Reference Sources:
  • Railroad Model Craftsman, March 1967
  • The Diesel Builders, Volume 2 by John F. Kirkland

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