Alco C-430 (DL430) |
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| Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND |
| New: 9 April 2005 |
Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand |
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| Engine Builder: Alco |
Engine: 4-cycle Model 251E V16 |
| Bore & Stroke |
9" X 10.5" |
| RPM (Maximum / Minimum) |
1100 / 400 |
| Main Generator: GE - GTA9 |
Horsepower: 3000 |
| Gear Ratio: 74:18 |
Speed: 70 mph |
| 4-Wheel |
Configuration: B-B |
| Traction Motor Blowers: Chicago |
Model: Mechanical Driven (2) |
| Weight: 272,000 lbs |
Traction Motors: GE 752 (four) |
| Tractive Effort (starting) 68,220 lbs @ 25% |
Tractive Effort (continuous): 57,200 lbs @ 8 mph |
| Multiple Unit Capability: Yes |
Dynamic Braking: Yes |
| Auxilary Generator: GE 566 GY27 |
Alternator: GE Exciter GY27 |
| Air Brake: Westinghouse |
Model: 26L |
| Compressor: Westinghouse |
Model: 3CDCL |
| Quantity Built: 16
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Dates: 7/1966 to 2/1968 |
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| Exterior Dimensions
| C-430 |
| Total Length |
63'-01" |
| Pilot to Pilot |
54'-02" |
| Wheel Diameter |
40" |
| Truck Wheel Base |
9'-04" |
| Height to Top Engine Hood |
15'-07" |
| Height to Top Cab Hood |
15'-11" |
| Cab Width |
10'-00" |
| Top Walkway Width |
9'-09" |
| Walkway Width |
5'-01" |
| Engine Hood Width |
9'-09" |
| Center Bolster |
37'-01" |
| Center Front Truck to Front Pilot |
8'-03" |
| Center Rear Tucrk to Rear Pilot |
8'-08" |
| Distance between Truck Centers |
46'-05" |
| Minimum Turning Radious |
30 degrees |
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| Fuel Oil: 3000
| Lubricating Oil: 250 |
| Engine Cooling Water: 340
| Sand Capacity: 28 cu. ft. |
| Options: High Adhesion Trucks |
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| Drawing by: Jean-Denis Bachand |
Reference Sources:
- Railroad Model Craftsman, Issue November 1985
- Railroad and Railfan, May 1986
- New York Central Mechanical Data Book
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