FIRST MAIN-LINE DIESEL-HYDRAULIC LOCOMOTIVE FOR BRITISH RAILWAYS

The first diesel-hydraulic main-line locomotive ordered under the British Railways modernization plan has been completed. The power rating is 2,000 hp and the wheel arrangement A1A-A1A incorporates two 12 cylinder diesel engines each set to 1,100 hp. The engines, transmissions, trucks, brake system, and drive controls are described. Exterior dimensions ares hown. Safety features include warning lights provided at each engine position and a general warning light which shows the driver if a fault has developed. Failure of air pressure or vacuum prevents the engine being used to drive the locomotive.

• Corporate Authors:

  Temple Press Limited

  161-166 Fleet Street
  Longon EC4,   England 
• Publication Date: 1958-2-21

Media Info

• Features: Figures; Photos;
• Pagination: p. 221-223
• Serial:
  • RAILWAY GAZETTE
  • Volume: 108

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Air brakes; Brakes; Cab signals; Control systems; Diesel locomotives; Locomotives; Motors; Safety; Size; Technology; Transmissions; Trucks
• Geographic Terms: United Kingdom
• Old TRIS Terms: Braking systems
• Subject Areas: Motor Carriers; Railroads; Safety and Human Factors; Vehicles and Equipment;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00039319
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Dec 4 1994 12:00AM