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How does an electric locomotive develop power?
same way as diesel locomotive, sort of
How does a modern diesel locomotive develop power?
A diesel engine - bigger but no different from the ones in cars and trucks ... drives an electric generator, which powers the motors connected to the wheels.
How much power does a diesel locomotive generate?
A typical diesel locomotive generates about 4000 horsepower. The loads are so heavy that many trains and can have up to four locomotives.
When was Diesel Locomotive Works created?
Diesel Locomotive Works was created in 1961.
What is a diesel-electric power plant?
A diesel electric power plant is an engine that powers electric motors. The motors actually operate the machinery such as a locomotive.
What is the most powerful diesel locomotive?
The DDA40X, with 6,600 horsepower is the most powerful diesel locomotive, although a gas-turbine unit locomotive has 8,500 horsepower.
What is an AC4400 and AC6000?
It's a diesel locomotive produced by GE. The AC6000 is the largest diesel-electic railway locomotive on the planet.
How heavy are Locomotives?
Well, it depends on what type of locomotive, diesel steam or electric, a standard diesel locomotive weighs about 425000 lbs, and a standard steam locomotive is about 778000 lbs
What are the release dates for Break It Down - 2008 Diesel Locomotive?
Break It Down - 2008 Diesel Locomotive was released on: USA: 2008
What are major types of trains?
The three major types of trains are steam, electric, and diesel. Steam: The locomotive is powered by steam pressure. Traditionally, it is created by heating water using a coal-powered boiler. The boiler usually made up most of the locomotive. Electric: The locomotive is powered directly from an electric source to power it's electric engine. Either from an overhead wire or third rail that are both charged with high voltage power. Diesel: The locomotive is powered using diesel fuel to power the locomotive engine or prime mover. A common use of this fuel is diesel-electric. This is where the prime mover powers a generator that stores electric power that is then sent to electric motors known as "traction motors" mounted on each train axle that turn the wheels.
How much oil is in a diesel locomotive?
A lot
What is the horse power of wdg 4 version of diesel locomotive of Indian railways?
4000 and 4500 BHP! There are two variants.
