GE 45-ton switcher

GE 45-ton switcher
GE 45-Ton (Side rod Driven) at the Texas Transportation Museum
Type and origin
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Power typeDiesel-electric
BuilderGE Transportation Systems
Model45-ton switcher
Build dateApril 1941–October 1956
Specifications
Configuration:
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 • AARB-B
 • UICB′B′
Gauge4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm)
Minimum curve50 ft (15.24 m)
Loco weight43 to 50 short tons (38 to 45 long tons; 39 to 45 t)
Prime movertwo Cummins HBI-600 or 855NTC diesels in later models
RPM range1,800 rpm (max)
AspirationNormally aspirated
Displacement672 cubic inches (11 L) or 855 cubic inches (14 L)
Traction motorsTwo, one per truck. Chain or side rod drive to second axle on each truck
Cylinders6 per engine
Cylinder size4+7⁄8 in × 6 in (123.825 mm × 152.400 mm)
Loco brakeAir
Train brakesAir
Performance figures
Maximum speed20 mph (32 km/h)
Power output2 x 150 hp (112 kW)
Tractive effort27,000 lbf (120 kN)

The GE 45-ton switcher is a 4-axle diesel locomotive built by General Electric between 1940 and 1956.

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