FM H24-66 |
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| Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND |
| New: 24 March 2006 |
Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand |
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| Engine Builder: Fairbanks Morse |
Engine: 2-cycle 38D8 1/8 (12 cylinder OP) |
| Bore & Stroke |
8" X 10" |
| RPM (Maximum / Minimum) |
850 / 400 |
| Main Generator: Westinghouse - WE498B |
Horsepower: 2400 |
| Gear Ratio: 68:15 |
Speed: 65 mph |
| Trucks: 6-Wheel |
Configuration: C-C |
| Traction Motor Blowers: Belt Drive (1) |
Model: Westinghouse Y201A |
| Weight: 388,400 lbs |
Traction Motors: Westinghouse - WE370DE2 (six) |
| Tractive Effort (starting) 79,500 lbs @ 30% |
Tractive Effort (continuous): 82,500 lbs @ 6.6 mph |
| Multiple Unit Capability: Yes |
Dynamic Braking: Yes |
| Auxilary Generator: Westinghouse |
Alternator: -- |
| Air Brake: Westinghouse |
Model: 24RSL |
| Compressor: Westinghouse |
Model: 3C2C |
| Quantity Built: 127
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Dates: 4/1953 to 6/1957 |
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| Exterior Dimensions
| H24-66 |
| Total Length |
66'-00" |
| Wheel Diameter |
42" |
| Truck Wheel Base |
13'-00" |
| Height to Top Engine Hood |
15'-00" |
| Height to Top Cab Hood |
15'-00" |
| Cab Width |
10'-04" |
| Top of Walkway |
7'-02.5" |
| Walkway Width |
3'-05.5" |
| Engine Hood Width |
10'-00" |
| Center Bolster |
41'-06" |
| Center Front Truck to Front Pilot |
2'-08" |
| Center Rear Tucrk to Rear Pilot |
2'-08" |
| Distance between Truck Centers |
53'-10" |
| Minimum Turning Radious |
29 degrees |
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| Fuel Oil: 1800
| Lubricating Oil: 385 |
| Engine Cooling Water: 320
| Sand Capacity: 28 cu. ft. |
| Options: VApor Clarkson Boiler (800 lbs/hr) |
Reference Sources:
- Diesel Locomtoives, Vol.2, by Bob Hayden
- Diesel Locomotives, The First 50 Years by Louis A. Mare
- "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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