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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 Dates: 5/1953 to 10/1954
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Exterior Dimensions --
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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