General Electric B32-8W

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Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND
New: 12 May 2010 Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand
New: 28 January 2006
Engine Builder: General Electric Engine: 4-cycle Model 12-7FDL
Bore & Stroke 9" X 10.5"
RPM (Maximum / Minimum) 1050 / 450
Main Generator: GE - GMG186 Horsepower: 3200
Gear Ratio: 83:20 Speed: 70 mph
Trucks: FB-2 4-Wheel Configuration: B-B
Traction Motor Blowers: Mechanical Driven (2) Model: ?
Weight:286,000 lbs Traction Motors: GE 752A6 (Four)
Tractive Effort (starting) 71,600 lbs @ 25% Tractive Effort (continuous): 68,500 lbs @ 13.8 mph
Multiple Unit Capability: Yes Dynamic Braking: Yes
Auxilary Generator: GY 27 Alternator: GY27
Air Brake: Westinghouse Model: 26L
Air Compressor: Westinghouse Model: 3CDC
Quantity Built: 44 Dates: 2/1993 to 11/1994
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Exterior Dimensions B32-8W
Total Length 66'-07"
Wheel Diameter 40"
Truck Wheel Base 9'-00"
Height to Top Engine Hood 15'-04.5"
Height to Top Cab 14'-11.5"
Cab Width 10'-01"
Hood Width 9'-11"
Height to Walkway 9'-04"
Width of Walkway 5'-00"
Center Bolster 39'-04"
Leading Edge Front Truck to Front Pilot 2'-03"
Trailing Edge Rear Truck to Rear Pilot 2'-03"
Distance Center of Front Truck to Center of Rear Truck 45'-11"
Minimum Turning Radious 23 degrees
Fuel Oil: 3250 gallons Lubricating Oil: 365 gallons
Engine Cooling Water: 350 gallons Sand Capacity: 48 cu. ft.
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Reference Sources:
  • GE Advanced Generation, 1989, by James W. Kerr
  • GE Locomotives, volumes 1 & 2, 1981, by James W. Kerr
  • Car & Locomotive Cyclopedia, 1984, by Simmons & Boardman
  • The Modern Locomotive Handbook, 1979, Railway Fuel & Operating Officers Assn.
  • Diesel & Electric Locomotive Specifications, 1981, by F. K. Hudson.

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