Alco DL103

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Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND
Updted: 31 March 2005 Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand
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Engine Builder: American Locomotive Co. Engine: 4-cycle Model 538T-6L (two)
Bore and Stroke 12" X 13"
RPM (maximum / minimum) 740 / 315
Main Generator: GE GT542 (two) Horsepower: 2000
Trucks: 6-Wheel (Commonwealth) Configuration: A-1-A
Gear Ratio: 71:21 Speed: ? mph
Weight: 230,000 lbs (approx.) Traction Motors: GE 730 (four)
Tractive Effort (starting) 53,000 lbs Tractive Effort (continuous): 32,000 Lbs. @ 11mph
Multiple Unit Capability: Yes Dynamic Braking: No
Auxilary Generator: GE GTB542-C2 Alternator: ??
Air Brake: Westinghouse Model: 6L
Compressor: General Electric Model: CP26
Boiler Type: Steam (Vapor) PSI: ??
Quantity Built: 1 Cab unit Date: January 1940
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Exterior Dimensions Cab Unit
Total Length 78'-11"
Pilot to Pilot 75'-06"
Wheel Diameter 40"
Truck Wheel Base 15'-04"
Height to Top Engine Hood 14'-06"
Height to Top Cab Hood 13'-06"
Cab Width 10'-00"
Walkway Width None
Engine Hood Width 9'-10"
Center Bolster 47'-03"
Center Front Truck to Front Pilot 17'-00"
Center Rear Tucrk to Rear Pilot 14'-08"
Distance between Truck Centers 62'-07"
Minimum Turning Radius 21 degrees
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Fuel Oil: 1200 Gallons Lubricating Oil: 92 Gallons
Engine Cooling Water: 208 Gallons Sand Capacity: 24 Cubic Feet
Equipment & Options: ??
Reference Sources:
  • Mainline Modeler - March 1984
  • Railway Mech. Eng. March 1941
  • The Diesel Builders, Volume 2 by: John Kirkland
  • TrainShed Cyclopedia #58

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