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ALCO RS-1, RS-2 and RS-3
In 1940, Rock Island approached ALCO and ordered a new type of diesel locomotive that would be equally suitable for switching and road service. Instead of the cab units that were widespread at the time, a locomotive w...
General
| Property | ALCO RS-1, RS-2 and RS-3 Remove |
|---|---|
| Built | 1941-1960 |
| Manufacturers | ALCO, Montreal Locomotive Works |
| Wheel arrangement | B-B |
| Gauge | 1,435 mm (Standard gauge) |
Dimensions and weights
| Property | ALCO RS-1, RS-2 and RS-3 Remove |
|---|---|
| Length | 16.91 m |
| Wheelbase | 12.29 m |
| Rigid wheelbase | 2.85 m |
| Service weight | 112.3 t |
| Adhesive weight | 112.3 t |
| Axle load | 28 t |
| Fuel capacity | 4,921 l (Diesel) |
Power plant
| Property | ALCO RS-1, RS-2 and RS-3 Remove |
|---|---|
| Engine | ALCO 539T |
| Engine type | 6-cyl. diesel |
Power
| Property | ALCO RS-1, RS-2 and RS-3 Remove |
|---|---|
| Power source | diesel-electric |
| Indicated power | 746 kW (1,014 PS) |
| Top speed | 105 km/h |
| Starting effort | 179.8 kN |
Calculated values
| Property | ALCO RS-1, RS-2 and RS-3 Remove |
|---|---|
| Factor of adhesion | 1 : 6.12 |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 6.6 kW/t |
| Adhesive weight/Total | 1 : 1.00 |
