General Electric U18B

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Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND
New: 11 June 2005 Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand
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Engine Builder: General Electric Engine: 4-cycle Model FDL8
Bore & Stroke 9" X 10.5"
RPM (Maximum / Minimum) 1050 / 650
Main Generator: GE - GT581 Horsepower: 1800
Gear Ratio: 74:18 Speed: 70 mph
4-Wheel Configuration: B-B
Traction Motor Blowers: GE NC330 Number: 2
Weight: 219,000 lbs Traction Motors: GE 752-E6 (Four)
Tractive Effort (starting) 83,500 lbs @ 25% Tractive Effort (continuous): 57,500 lbs @ 10.7 mph
Multiple Unit Capability: Yes Dynamic Braking: Yes
Auxilary Generator: GE GY27 Alternator: GY27
Air Brake: Westinghouse Model: 26NL
Air Compressor: Westinghouse Model: 3CDC
Quantity Built: 163 Dates: 3/1973 to 10/1976
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Exterior Dimensions U18B
Total Length 54'-08"
Wheel Diameter 40"
Truck Wheel Base 9'-03"
Height to Hood Top 14'-09.5"
Height to Top Cab 14'-04.5"
Cab Width 10'-03"
Top of Walkway 9'-01.5"
Walkway Width 5'-00"
Center Bolster 30'-08"
Leading Edge Front Truck to Front Pilot 3'-00.5"
Trailing Edge Rear Truck to Rear Pilot 3'-00.5"
Leading Edge Front Truck to Trailing Edge Rear Truck 39'-11"
Minimum Turning Radious 29 degrees
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Fuel Oil: 1700 Lubricating Oil: 160
Engine Cooling Water: 330 Sand Capacity: 60 cu. ft.
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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 U18B Technical Mahual, 1973

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