General Electric U13C (Phase 2)

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Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND
New: 28 August 2007 Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand
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Engine Builder: Cooper Bessemer Engine: 4-cycle Model FDL-8T
Bore & Stroke 9" X 10.5"
RPM (Maximum / Minimum) 1050 / 400
Main Generator: GE - GT601 Horsepower: 1300
Gear Ratio: 93:18 Speed: 64 mph
6-Wheel Configuration: C-C
Traction Motor Blowers: GE NC330 Number: 2
Weight: 115,000 lbs Traction Motors: GE 761 (Four)
Tractive Effort (starting) 38,400 lbs @ 30% Tractive Effort (continuous): 27,000 lbs @ 8 mph
Multiple Unit Capability: Yes Dynamic Braking: Yes
Auxilary Generator: GE GY27 Alternator: GMG-146
Air Brake: Westinghouse Model: 26LA
Air Compressor: Westinghouse Model: 2CDC
Quantity Built: Unknown Dates: 1960 to 1963 (phase 1) and 1963 to 1971 (Phase 2)
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Exterior Dimensions U13C (Phase 2)
Total Length 38'-04" (46'-04.5")
Wheel Diameter 36"
Truck Wheel Base 10'-05"
Height to Hood Top 12'-00"
Height to Top Cab 11'-10"
Cab Width 9'-00"
Hood Width 8'-10"
Top of Walkway 8'-06"
Walkway Width 4'-00"
Center Bolster 21'-10"
Distance between Truck Centers 28'-08"
Leading Edge Front Truck to Front Pilot 0'-06"
Trailing Edge Rear Truck to Rear Pilot 0'-06"
Leading Edge Front Truck to Trailing Edge Rear Truck 39'-11"
Minimum Turning Radious 30 degrees
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Fuel Oil: 400 Lubricating Oil: 140
Engine Cooling Water: 120 Sand Capacity: 12 cu. ft.
Options:
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Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand
Reference Sources:
  • GE Advanced Generation, 1989 by James W. Kerr
  • GE Locomotives Vols 1 & 2, 1981, by James W. Kerr
  • Car & Locomotive Encyclopedia, 1984, Simmons & Boardman Publications
  • Moden Locomotive Handbook, 1979, Railway Fuel & Operating Officers Assn.
  • Diesel & Electric Locomotives Specifications, 1981, by F. K. Hudson
  • GE Export U-Series Model Evolution by Steve Plmano

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