BLW VO-1000

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Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND
New: 18 February 2006  Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand
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Engine Builder: De Lavergne Engine: 4-cycle Model 8-VO 6c Super
Bore & Stroke 12.75" X 15.5"
RPM (Maximum) 625
Main Generator: Westinghouse - WE480 Horsepower: 1000
Gear Ratio: 68:14 Speed: 60 mph
Trucks: 4-Wheel Configuration: B-B
Weight: 244,500 lbs Traction Motors: Westinghouse - WE362 (four)
Tractive Effort (continuous): 34,000 lbs @ 10.8 mph Dynamic Braking: No
Air Brake: Westinghouse Model: 6DS
Quantity Built: 548 Dates: 2/1939 to 3/1946
Exterior Dimensions --
Total Length 48'-10"
Wheel Diameter 40"
Truck Wheel Base 8'-00"
Height to Top Engine Hood 12'-03.2"
Height to Top Cab Hood 14'-00"
Cab Width 9'-10" (10'-02" over handl rails)
Distance between Truck Centers 17'-08"
Maximum Turning Radious 74 feet
Fuel Oil: 700 gal. Lubricating Oil: 110 gal.
Engine Cooling Water: 290 gal. Sand Capacity: 30 cu. ft.
Options:
Reference Sources:
  • Diesel Locomtoives, Vol.2, by Bob Hayden
  • Baldwin Diesel Locomotives by Stephen F. & Gary W. Dolzall
  • Illustrated Treasury of Baldwin Locomotives by James W. Kerr
  • 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
  • Railroad Model Craftsman, November 1969
  • Railroad Modeler, March 1975

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