Major problems in designing of locomotives for smaller gage almost invariably occur; space is restricted in all three directions; curves are much sharper on smaller gage lines; comparison of loading gages; cost of lubricating oils; comparative table gives dimensions and properties of locomotives of five small gage lines in S Africa, Ceylon and India.


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    Title :

    Narrow-gauge locomotive design


    Additional title:

    Ry Gaz


    Contributors:
    McArd, G.W. (author)

    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1951


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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