| SNCF Class C 61000 |
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 C61000 class locomotive in service with RATPas number T132 |
| Type and origin |
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| Power type | Diesel electric |
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| Builder | Compagnie Électro-Mécanique |
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| Build date | 1950-1953 |
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| Specifications |
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| Configuration: | |
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| • UIC | C |
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| Gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) standard gauge |
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| Length | 9,500 mm (31 ft 2 in) |
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| Loco weight | 53 tonnes (52 long tons; 58 short tons) |
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| Prime mover | Sulzer 6 LDA 22, |
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| Engine type | In line diesel engine |
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| Traction motors | Two CEM GDTM 553 |
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| Cylinders | 6 |
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| Transmission | Diesel-electric transmission |
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| Performance figures |
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| Maximum speed | 60 km/h (37 mph) |
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| Power output | 375 kW (503 hp) at 890 rpm |
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| Career |
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| Operators | SNCF, RATP |
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The SNCF Class C 61000 (+ TC 61100) diesel shunters were built by Compagnie Electro-Méchanique (CEM) between 1950 and 1953. 48 locomotives were built, numbered C 61001–61048. They were used for heavy shunting duties around Le Havre.[1]
Two traction motors were fitted to the two end axles, all the axles being coupled by coupling rods.
Slave units
[edit] In addition, twelve slave units, numbered TC 61101-61112 were built, to provide extra power. These slave units did not have a cab, thus reducing their weight.
Disposal
[edit] These locomotive have now been withdrawn from SNCF service. However, several have been preserved, and a few were sold to for further use with industry or the Paris Metro operator RATP.[1]
References
[edit] - ^ a b "1950; 030 DA Class (later 61000 series)". Derby Sulzers. Early Sulzer powered French Shunters 1931-1954.
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