Particulars of 15-ton 100-bhp locomotives made by Hunslet Engine Co, which feature flameproof arrangements for intake, exhaust, other engine details and auxiliary electric equipment; power provided by Gardner 6LW Diesel engine set; cylinders are 4 1/4 in. by 6 in., and specific dry weight of engine is about 17 lb per bhp. (See also Gas and Oil Power v 42 n 497 Feb 1947 p 47-9; Engineering v 163 n 4242 May 16 1947 p 404)


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    Title :

    Bigger diesel locomotives for British pits


    Additional title:

    Diesel Ry Traction (Supp Ry Gaz)



    Publication date :

    1947


    Size :

    2 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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