EMD FL9

Drawing of New Haven FL9 #2037 in a black, orange and white colors
Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND
New: 8 July 2006  Artwork by: Jean-Denis Bachand
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Engine Builder: General Motors Engine: 567D1 16 cylinder
Bore & Stroke 8" X 10"
RPM (Maximum / Minimum) 835 / 275
Main Generator: GM - D12D Horsepower: 1800
Gear Ratio: 62:15 Speed: 65 mph
Trucks: 4-Wheel Configuration: B-A1A
Traction Motor Blowers: Electrical Drive (4) Model: GM
Weight: 259,000 lbs Traction Motors: GM - D37B (four)
Tractive Effort (starting) 53,200 lbs @25% Tractive Effort (continuous): 29,500 lbs @ 9.3 mph
Multiple Unit Capability: Yes Dynamic Braking: Yes
Auxilary Generator: Delco A8102 Alternator: D14
Air Brake: Westinghouse Model: 24RL
Compressor: Gardner Denver Model: WBO
Quantity Built: 59 Dates: 10/1955 to 11/1960
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Exterior Dimensions FL9
Total Length 59'-00"
Wheel Diameter 40"
Truck Wheel Base 9'-00" front and 11'-06" (rear)
Height to Top Engine Hood 14'-11.19"
Height to Top Cab 15'-00"
Cab Width 10'-08"
Engine Hood Width 9'-10"
Center Bolster 34'-00"
Center Front Truck to Front Pilot 2'-05.5"
Center Rear Truck to Rear Pilot 2'-05.5"
Distance between Truck Centers 45'-06"
Minimum Turning Radious 30 degrees
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Fuel Oil: 1200 Lubricating Oil: 200
Engine Cooling Water: 230 Sand Capacity: 16 cu. ft.
Options: Vapor Clarkson Boiler (Model OK4625): 2000 lbs/hr (and Model OK4616: 1200/lbs/hr for F5B)
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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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