SNCF Class C 61000
| SNCF Class C 61000 | |
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C61000 class locomotive in service with RATP as number T132 | |
| Type and origin | |
| Power type | Diesel electric |
| Builder | Compagnie Électro-Mécanique |
| Build date | 1950-1953 |
| Specifications | |
| UIC classification | C or 0-6-0 |
| Length | 9,500 mm (31 ft 2 in) |
| Locomotive weight | 53 tonnes (52 long tons; 58 short tons) |
| Prime mover | Sulzer 6 LDA 22, 6 cylinders in line |
| Engine type | Diesel engine |
| Traction motors | Two CEM GDTM 553 |
| Transmission | Diesel-electric transmission |
| Performance figures | |
| Maximum speed | 60 km/h (37 mph) |
| Power output | 375 kW (503 hp) at 890 rpm |
| Career | |
| Operator(s) | SNCF, RATP |
The SNCF Class C 61000 (+ TC 61100) diesel shunters were built by Compagnie Electro-Méchanique (CEM) between 1950-1953. 48 locomotives were built, numbered C 61001-61048. They were used for heavy shunting duties around Le Havre.
Slave units
In addition 12 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
These locomotive have now been withdrawn from SNCF service.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.
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