Six-axle diesel-electric locomotive rated at 5000 hp and designated as U50C by General Electric in service at United Pacific; high-capacity dynamic braking system is arranged so locomotive may be self-load-tested at flick of switch; new simplified ventilating fans cool electrical components and pressurize engine rooms; pair of 12-cyl engines is utilized; 12-cyl rating is upped to 2500 hp by raising engine speed 25 rpm to 1050 rpm. (see also Ry Locomotives and Cars v 143 n 3 Mar 1969 p 19-20, 37) (23250)
GE U50C designed for fast freights
Ry Age
Railway Age ; 166 , n 7
1969
2 pages
Aufsatz (Zeitschrift)
Englisch
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