BLW RF-16 |
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Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND |
New: 27 February 2006 |
Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand |
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Engine Builder: BLW |
Engine: 8-Cyl., (in-line), Model 608 SC |
Bore & Stroke |
12.5" X 15.5" |
RPM (Maximum) |
625 |
Main Generator: Westinghouse - WE471 |
Horsepower: 1600 |
Gear Ratio: 68:15 |
Speed: 65 mph |
Trucks: 4-Wheel |
Configuration: B-B |
Traction Motor Blowers: Westinghouse (1) |
Model: ? |
Weight: 266,000 lbs (and 257,000) |
Traction Motors: Westinghouse - WE370 (4) |
Tractive Effort (starting) ?? |
Tractive Effort (continuous): 48,600 lbs @ 9.9 mph |
Multiple Unit Capability: No |
Dynamic Braking: Yes |
Brake schedule: Westinghouse |
Model: 24RL |
Quantity Built: 51
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Dates: 5/1953 to 10/1954 |
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Exterior Dimensions
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Total Length |
54'-08" (between coupler faces) |
Wheel Diameter |
42" |
Truck Wheel Base |
9'-10" |
Height to Top Engine Hood |
15'-10" |
Height to Top Cab Hood |
14'-10" |
Cab Width |
10'-06" (over handrails) |
Engine Hood Width |
9'-10" |
Center Front Truck to Front Pilot |
14'-00" |
Center Rear Truck to Rear Pilot |
12'-06" |
Distance between Truck Centers |
28'-02" |
Minimum Turning Radious |
21 degrees (274 feet) |
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Fuel Oil: 1200 gal
| Lubricating Oil: 215 gal |
Engine Cooling Water: 310 gal.
| Sand Capacity: 16 cu. ft. |
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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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