Railpower RP14BD
| RP14BD | |
|---|---|
|
NS #2121, rebuilt from an EMD SW1500. | |
| Type and origin | |
| Power type | Diesel-electric |
| Builder | RailPower Technologies |
| Build date | 2008– |
| Specifications | |
| AAR wheel arr. | B-B |
| UIC classification | Bo'Bo' |
| Gauge | 4 ft 8 1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) |
| Fuel type | Diesel fuel |
| Performance figures | |
| Power output | 1,400 hp (1.04 MW) |
The RP14BD is a diesel-electric switcher locomotive built by Railpower Technologies. It is a "genset" locomotive, having two engine-generator sets.
The engines are computer controlled, with the computer stopping and starting engines on a rotating basis, as required to produce the horsepower needed at any given moment.[1]
RP14BDs are rebuilt from older locomotives.[2]
References
- ↑ Fuel, R. J. Corman Railpower.
- ↑ Specifications. R. J. Corman Railpower.
Further reading
- Carolyn King (April 19, 2007). "Railpower gets order from Norfolk Southern". MarketWatch. Retrieved April 13, 2011.
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