EMD SD70 | ||
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| Data Sheet Information Compiled by: R. Craig | ||
| Revised: 20 July 2023 | Artwork by: Jean-Denis Bachand | |
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| Engine Builder: EMD | Engine: 710G3B 16 cylinder | |
| Bore & Stroke | 9.02" X 11" | |
| RPM (Maximum / Minimum) | 904 /318 | |
| Main Generator: GM AR20 | Horsepower: 4000 | |
| Gear Ratio: 70:17 | Speed: 70 mph | |
| Trucks: HTC-RII 6-Wheel | Configuration: C-C | |
| Traction Motor Blowers: Electrical Drive (4) | Model: ? | |
| Weight: 394,000 lbs | Traction Motors: Six GM D90TR | |
| Tractive Effort (starting) 175,500 lbs @33% | Tractive Effort (continuous): 110,250 lbs @ 12 mph | |
| Multiple Unit Capability: Yes | Dynamic Braking: Yes | |
| Auxilary Generator: GM A8589 | Alternator: GM CA7A | |
| Air Brake: Westinghouse | Model: 26L | |
| Compressor: Gardner-Denver | Model: WLASC | |
| Quantity Built: 120 | Dates: 4/1993 to Present | |
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| Exterior Dimensions | SD70 | |
| Total Length | 72'-04" | |
| Wheel Diameter | 42" | |
| Truck Wheel Base | 13'-07" | |
| Height to Top Engine Hood | 14'-08.5" | |
| Height to Top Cab | 15'-07.5" | |
| Cab Width | 10'-03" | |
| Top of Walkway | 9'-04.5" | |
| Walkway Width | 3'-08.5" | |
| Engine Hood Width | 10'-00" | |
| Center Bolster | 46'-07" | |
| Center Front Truck to Front Pilot | 2'-03" | |
| Center Rear Truck to Rear Pilot | 2'-03" | |
| Distance between Truck Centers | 60'-02" | |
| Minimum Turning Radious | 29 degrees | |
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| Fuel Oil: 5000 | Lubricating Oil: 283 | |
| Engine Cooling Water: 250 | Sand Capacity: 56 cu. ft. | |
| Options: | ||
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Reference Sources:
Original upload: 11 September 2006 | ||