The front of the ALC-42 locomotive will serve as a "new face of Amtrak" in much of the U.S. and is designed to enhance safety, aesthetics and to simplify repairs. The new locomotives are designated as ALC-42 for "Amtrak Long-distance Charger, 4,200-horsepower" and are in production in Sacramento, Calif.
The ET23DCM (Evolution Series Tier 4, 2350 hp, DC traction), sometimes called the SD23T4, is a modernized locomotive using EMD''s SD40-2 platform and the Wabtec Inline 6-cylinder Tier 4 diesel engine. CSX
Most yard-switching and short-haul locomotives are equipped with diesel engines ranging from 600 to 1,800 horsepower; road units commonly have engines ranging from 2,000 to 4,000 horsepower. Most builders use V-type engines, although in-line types are used on smaller locomotives and for underfloor fitment on railcars and multiple-unit train-sets.
The horsepower of the locomotive is important in determining its efficiency, as engines that produce more power can operate more efficiently and consume less fuel. Passenger Safety and Comfort Finally, the horsepower of a diesel locomotive is important in ensuring the safety and comfort of passengers.
Datong Electric Locomotive HXD2 for China Railways, 13,410 horsepower. With so much grunt, the Datong HXD2s can carry over 7,000 tons of coal and are designed to do so even at temperatures of -40
The ET23DCM (Evolution Series Tier 4, 2350 hp, DC traction), sometimes called the SD23T4, is a modernized locomotive using EMD''s SD40-2 platform and the Wabtec Inline 6-cylinder Tier 4 diesel engine. CSX Transportation ordered 15 of these locomotives, with most being built at their Huntington Heavy Repair Shop. Wabtec also built one
The Cummins QSK95 is not just any diesel engine: it is a 5,100-horsepower, 95-liter, 16-cylinder locomotive engine. It''s not only the largest engine Cummins builds, but the company leverages technologies such as four turbochargers to give it more power and better emissions than similar engines. It can theoretically get a train
In addition, thanks to MU (Multiple Unit) technology a single engineer
The diesel engine drives either an electrical DC generator (generally, less than 3,000 horsepower (2,200 kW) net for traction), or an electrical AC alternator-rectifier (generally 3,000 horsepower (2,200 kW) net or more for traction), the output of which provides power to the traction motors that drive the locomotive. There is no mechanical
The AC6000CW is a 6,000-horsepower (4,500 kW) diesel electric locomotive built between 1995 and 2001 by GE Transportation. It is among the world''s most powerful single-engined diesel locomotives. The locomotive was
Steam locomotive. LNER Class A4 4468 Mallard is officially the fastest steam locomotive, reaching 126 mph (203 km/h) on 3 July 1938. LNER Class A3 4472 Flying Scotsman was the first steam locomotive to officially reach 100 mph (160 km/h), on 30 November 1934. A steam locomotive is a locomotive that provides the force to move itself and other
Calculation of Horsepower. Horsepower is calculated by multiplying by engine speed and dividing the result by a constant. Torque is the rotational force that an engine produces, while engine speed is the number of revolutions per minute (RPM) of the engine. The constant used in the calculation varies depending on the unit of measurement used.
The most powerful locomotive engines (up to 4,500 horsepower) are primarily used for long distance freight train operations by America''s five Class I railroads, short haul operators, and AMTRAK passenger rail locomotives. Diesel engines have long held substantial economic and performance advantages over any other power sources for
The fuel type impacts the engine''s performance, and hence, the train''s horsepower. Diesel engines generate more horsepower than gasoline engines. However, natural gas engines have a lower horsepower than diesel engines. Electric engines are the most efficient and generate the most horsepower, making them a popular choice for high-speed
Locomotive - Diesel, Electric, Hybrid: There are three broad classes of railroad equipment that use diesel engines as prime movers: 1. The light passenger railcar or rail bus (up to 200 horsepower), which usually is four-wheeled and has mechanical transmission. It may be designed to haul a light trailer car. Use of such vehicles is very limited. 2. The four
Definition of Horsepower. Horsepower is a unit of power that is defined as the amount of work that can be done in a given amount of time. In the case of train engines, it is the amount of work that the engine can do in a second. One horsepower is equal to 746 watts.
The Union Pacific Big Boy is a type of simple articulated 4-8-8-4 steam locomotive manufactured by the American Locomotive Company (ALCO) between 1941 and 1944 and operated by the Union Pacific Railroad in revenue service until 1962.. The 25 Big Boy locomotives were built to haul freight over the Wasatch Range between Ogden, Utah,
In the case of train engines, horsepower is a measure of the engine''s ability to move heavy loads over long distances. The higher the horsepower, the more work the engine can do. Most modern train engines are powered by diesel-electric engines, which can produce anywhere from 1,000 to 6,000 horsepower. The world''s most powerful, the GE
A diesel-electric''s mechanics are rather straightforward although it is commonly mistaken that the diesel engine propels the locomotive. This is not the case. A year later it launched formal production of these 225 horsepower machines; the line was largely considered a failure although a few were sold; one to the Jay Street Connecting
The following is a list of locomotives produced by GE Transportation Systems, a subsidiary of Wabtec.All were/are built at Fort Worth, Texas or Erie, Pennsylvania, in the United States.Most (except the electrics, the switchers, the AC6000CW, and the Evolution series) are powered by various versions of GE''s own FDL diesel prime mover, based on a
Horsepower is a term that is commonly used in the locomotive industry to describe the
A modern locomotive can have anywhere from 1000 to 18,000
The EMD 567 is a line of large medium-speed diesel engines built by General Motors'' Electro-Motive Division.This engine, which succeeded Winton''s 201A, was used in EMD''s locomotives from 1938 until its replacement in 1966 by the EMD 645 has a bore of 8 + 1 ⁄ 2 in (216 mm), a stroke of 10 in (254 mm) and a displacement of 567 cu in (9.29 L) per
The locomotives weigh between 100 and 200 tons (91,000 and 181,000
Overall, engine and performance are important factors to consider when evaluating different engines. Horsepower, torque, maximum speed capabilities, and fuel efficiency all play a role in determining how well an engine will perform in different situations. By understanding these factors, you can make a more informed decision when choosing an
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of measurement of power, or the rate at which work is done, usually in reference to the output of engines or motors. There are many different standards and types of horsepower. Two common definitions used today are the imperial horsepower, which is about 745.7 watts, and the metric horsepower, which is
Understanding brake horsepower: Diesel engines, like all engines, are built to perform a specific function. In a locomotive, that role is to provide power to move freight cars from one place to another. When buying locomotives, one thing management looks at is how much horsepower each locomotive produces.
The first generation of diesels is typified by small, low-horsepower locomotives compared to later eras. Streamlined (cab-unit) models were the norm until the early 1950s, when railroads realized the versatility of the road switcher. Road diesels were typically around 1,500 hp, with some passenger diesels (EMD Es and Alco PAs) at 2,000
One of the most powerful electric locomotives ever built, it also is the most powerful single
Short answer: between 4,000 -18,000 horsepower. Long answer? Well let''s dive into it. First, the term train refers to a group of cars and locomotives, also known as a train consist. The train doesn''t have pulling power, but the
The EMD 710 is a line of diesel engines built by Electro-Motive Diesel (previously General Motors'' Electro-Motive Division). The 710 series replaced the earlier EMD 645 series when the 645F series proved to be unreliable in the early 1980s 50-series locomotives which featured a maximum engine speed of 950 rpm. The EMD 710 is a relatively large