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General Electric SL144

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Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND
New: 1 July 2005 Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand
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Engine: Two 4-cycle Model KTA-1150L
Bore & Stroke 5" X 6.5"
RPM (Maximum / Minimum) 2100 / 650
Main Generator: (Two) GT-5603 Horsepower: 1100
Gear Ratio: -- Speed: 35 mph
Trucks: 4-Wheel (AAR-B) Configuration: B-B
Traction Motor Blowers: Mechanical Driven (2) Model: ?
Weight: 219,000 lbs Traction Motors: GE 761 (Four)
Tractive Effort (starting) 86,400 lbs @ 30% Tractive Effort (continuous): 61,500 lbs @ 5 mph
Multiple Unit Capability: No Dynamic Braking: No
Auxilary Generator: -- Alternator: --
Air Brake: Westinghouse Model: 26NL
Air Compressor: - Model: -
Quantity Built: 29 Dates: 8/1974 to Present
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Exterior Dimensions SL144
Total Length 45'-00"
Wheel Diameter 40"
Truck Wheel Base 9'-06"
Height to Top Engine Hood 10'-6"
Height to Top Cab Hood 13'-03"
Cab Width 9'-06"
Hood Width 9'-06"
Height of Walkway 5'-06"
Width of Walkway 5'-00"
Leading Edge Front Truck to Front Pilot 0'-06"
Trailing Edge Rear Truck to Rear Pilot 0'-06"
Center Front Truck to Center Rear Truck 29'-09"
Center Bolster 22'-00"
Minimum Turning Radious 29 degrees
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Fuel Oil: 700 gallons Lubricating Oil: 30 gallons
Engine Cooling Water: 40 gallons Sand Capacity: 16 cu. ft.
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Reference Sources:
  • GE Advanced Generation, 1989, by James W. Kerr
  • GE Locomotives, volumes 1 & 2, 1981, by James W. Kerr
  • Car & Locomotive Cyclopedia, 1984, by Simmons & Boardman
  • The Modern Locomotive Handbook, 1979, Railway Fuel & Operating Officers Assn.
  • Diesel & Electric Locomotive Specifications, 1981, by F. K. Hudson.
  • GE Advanced Generation, 1989, by James W. Kerr

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