CIE 401 Class
| Córas Iompair Éireann E class (later 401 class) | |
|---|---|
| Type and origin | |
| Builder | CIÉ, Inchicore Works |
| Build date | 1957–1958 |
| Total produced | 19 |
| Specifications | |
| UIC classification | C |
| Gauge | 1,600 mm (5 ft 3 in) |
| Wheel diameter | 3 ft 2 in (965 mm) |
| Length | 8.95 m (29 ft 4 in) |
| Locomotive weight | 39.4 tonnes (38.8 long tons) |
| Prime mover | Maybach MD220 |
| Transmission | Hydraulic, Mekydro KL64 torque converter |
| Performance figures | |
| Maximum speed | 40 km/h (25 mph) |
| Power output | 420 hp (310 kW) |
| Tractive effort | Starting: 97 kN (22,000 lbf) |
| Career | |
| Operator(s) | Córas Iompair Éireann |
| Class | E Class (later 401 class) |
| Number(s) | E401–E419 |
| Withdrawn | 1968–1977 |
The Córas Iompair Éireann 401 Class locomotives were built in 1957-1958 and designed for use on branch line traffic and shunting. They were fitted with a Maybach MD220 engine of 420 hp, with diesel hydraulic transmission via a Mekydro KL64 torque converter, and were of C wheel arrangement.
Though they had a design maximum speed of 100 km/h (60 mph), experience showed that they did not ride well when travelling at speeds over 40 km/h (25 mph) and so henceforth were limited to that speed. They were numbered E401-E419, and were withdrawn from service between 1968 and 1977.
See also Irish Traction Group info at .
Model
The 401 was available as a resin model from "Q Kits" , but this company is no longer trading as the owner has retired.
A 401 Body is now available from Shapeways via Valvedesigns ( a Rapid Prototyping Service ) http://www.shapeways.com/model/121089/cie_e_class_401_oo_scale.html
References
- Strickland, David C. (September 1983). Locomotive Directory. Camberley, Surrey: Diesel and Electric Group. pp. 165–166. ISBN 0-906375-10-X.
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