EMD LWT-12 |
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| Data Sheet Information Compiled by: Jean-Denis Bachand |
| New: 15 February 2008 |
Artwork by: Jean-Denis Bachand |
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| Engine Builder: EMD |
Engine: 567C 16 cylinder |
| Bore & Stroke |
8" X 10" |
| RPM (Maximum / Minimum) |
835 /275 |
| Main Generator: GM D18 |
Horsepower: 1200 |
| Gear Ratio: 60:17 |
Speed: 83 mph |
| Trucks: 6-Wheel |
Configuration: C-C |
| Traction Motor Blowers: Delco (4) |
Model: Electric Drive |
| Weight: 189,000 lbs |
Traction Motors: Three GM D37 |
| Tractive Effort (starting) 90,800 lbs @ 25% |
Tractive Effort (continuous): 95,000 lbs @ 9.3 mph |
| Multiple Unit Capability: Yes |
Dynamic Braking: No |
| Auxilary Generator: GM A8102 |
Alternator: GM D14 |
| Air Brake: Westinghouse |
Model: 24RL |
| Compressor: Gardner-Denver |
Model: WBO |
| Quantity Built: 3
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Dates: 8/1955 to 1/1956 |
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| Exterior Dimensions
| LWT-12 |
| Total Length |
54'-05" |
| Wheel Diameter |
36" |
| Truck Wheel Base |
9'-00" |
| Height to Top Engine Hood |
14'-00" |
| Height to Top Cab |
15'-00" |
| Cab Width |
10'-08" |
| Engine Hood Width |
10'-03" |
| Center Bolster |
40'-00" |
| Center Front Truck to Front Pilot |
9'-00" |
| Center Rear Truck to Rear Pilot |
7'-00.5" |
| Distance between Truck Centers |
49'-00" |
| Minimum Turning Radious |
30 degrees |
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| Fuel Oil: 800
| Lubricating Oil: 165 |
| Engine Cooling Water: 223
| Sand Capacity: 16 cu. ft. |
| Electric Train Power: dd 6-71(2) 600w |
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Reference Sources:
- Diesel Locomotives, Vol. 2, by Bob Hayden
- Illustrated Treasury of GM Locomotives by James W. Kerr
- Diesel Locomotives, The First 50 Years, by Louis A. Marre
- Diesel & Electric Locomotive Specificitions, 1981 by FK Hudson
- Early Diesel Locomotives and Electric Locomotives, Rail Heitage Publications
- Train Shed Cyclpedia, Vol. 20, 58, 60, 64, 80
- Diesel Locomotives by Greg McDonnell
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