Morrison-Knudsen TE53-4e | 
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| Data Sheet Information Compiled by:   Jean-Denis Bachand | 
| New: 14 November 2008 | 
Artwork by:  Jean-Denis Bachand | 
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|  Builder: EMD | 
Engine:  567B  | 
|  Cycle:  2 | 
Bore & Stroke: 8.5 X 10 | 
|  RPM Max/Min: | 
800 / 275 | 
| Type: V16 | 
Total Horsepower:  2000 | 
| Main Generator: GE | 
Model:  GT598 | 
| Gear Ratio: 74:18  | 
Speed: 70 mph   | 
| Trucks:   4-Wheel | 
Configuration: B-B  | 
| Traction Motor Blowers: 2 | 
Model: GE Mech Drive | 
| Weight: 252,000 lbs | 
Traction Motors: GE 752 (4)   | 
| Tractive Effort (starting) 70,000 lbs @ 25% | 
Tractive Effort (continuous): 64,000 lbs @ 10.7 mph | 
| Multiple Unit Capability: Yes | 
Dynamic Braking:  Yes | 
| Auxilary Generator:  GE GY27 | 
Alternator:  GE GY27 | 
| Air Compressor:  Westinghouse | 
Model:  3CDC | 
| Air Brake:  Westinghouse | 
Model:  26L | 
| Quantity Built:  2 
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Dates: 2/1977 | 
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| Exterior Dimensions
 |  TE53-4e | 
| Total Length | 
60'-02" | 
| Wheel Diameter | 
40" | 
| Truck Wheel Base | 
9'-04" | 
| Height to Top Hood | 
15'-01" | 
| Height to Top Cab  | 
15'-01" | 
| Cab Width | 
10'-06.5" | 
| Hood Width | 
9'-11" | 
| Height of Walkway | 
7'-10" | 
| Walkway Width | 
5'-00" | 
| Center Bolster | 
36'-02" | 
| Center Front Truck to Front Pilot | 
3'-00.5" | 
| Center Rear Truck to Rear Pilot | 
3'-00.5"  | 
| Distance between Truck Centers | 
45'-06" | 
| Minimum Turning Radious | 
29 degrees  | 
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| Fuel Oil:  1700 gal.
 | Lubricating Oil:  365 gal. | 
| Engine Cooling Water: 290 gal.
 | Sand Capacity:  32 cu. ft. | 
| Options: -
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- Extra 2200 South, Issue 60
 - Diesel Spotter's Guide Update by Louis A. Marre and Jerry A. Pinkepank 
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