General Electric C38ACCHE

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Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND
New: 16 February 2007 Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand
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Engine Builder: General Electric Engine: 4-cycle Model 16FDL
Bore & Stroke 9" X 10.5"
RPM (Maximum / Minimum) 1050 / 450
Main Generator: GE - GMG196A Horsepower: 3150
Gear Ratio: 83:20 Speed: 70 mph
Trucks: 6-Wheel Configuration: C-C
Traction Motor Blowers: Mechanical Driven (2) Model: ?
Weight: 346,300 lbs Traction Motors: GE 752 (Six)
Tractive Effort (starting) 92,750 lbs @ 25% Tractive Effort (continuous): 106,790 lbs @ 10.9 mph
Multiple Unit Capability: No Dynamic Braking: Yes
Auxilary Generator: GYA 30 Alternator: GYA 30
Air Brake: Westinghouse Model: 26RL
Air Compressor: Westinghouse Model: 3CDC
Quantity Built: 78 Dates: 7/2006 to Date
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Exterior Dimensions C38ACCHE
Total Length 70'-08"
Wheel Diameter 40"
Truck Wheel Base 14'-07"
Height to Top Engine Hood 15'-02.5"
Height to Top Cab Hood 15'-04.5"
Cab Width 10'-03"
Hood Width 10'-03"
Top of Walkway 9'-11"
Width of Walkway 5'-00"
Center Bolster 43'-04"
Leading Edge Front Truck to Front Pilot 1'-07.5"
Trailing Edge Rear Truck to Rear Pilot 1'-07.5"
Center of Lead Truck to Center of Trailing Truck 56'-09"
Minimum Turning Radious 21 degrees
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Fuel Oil: 4000 gallons Lubricating Oil: 400 gallons
Engine Cooling Water: 410 gallons Sand Capacity: 40 cu. ft.
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Reference Sources:
  • Extra 2200 South, issue #75
  • 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.
  • GE Advanced Generation, 1989, by James W. Kerr
  • GE 25B Technical Manual, 1960

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