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HOW TO DRIVE A DIESEL LOCOMOTIVE | 47
GE-9-44CW (Dash 9) Specifications
Locomotive type: Diesel-Electric
Power: 4,400 hp
Max. speed: 74 mph (119 km/h)
Gear ratio: 83:20
Power source: Diesel engine
Alternator: GMG 197
Traction motors: Six GE752AH™ DC electric motors
Max. starting tractive effort: 142,000 lb (64,410 kg)
Max. continuous tractive effort: 105,640 lb (47,917 kg)
Wheel configuration: Twelve 42-inch (107 cm) diameter in C-C configuration
(two sets of three driven axles)
Brakes: Independent, automatic, and dynamic
Height: 15 ft, 5 in (4.70 m)
Width: 10 ft, 3 in (3.12 m)
Length: 73 ft, 2 in (22.25 m)
Weight: 210 U.S. tons (190.5 metric tons)