Power of rail motor cars has gradually increased from 175 hp in 1923 to 1200 hp, rating of largest Diesel-electric unit; in recent years, gasoline engines have largely been superseded by Diesel-type unit which is now designed in ratings of 125 to 1200 hp; description of latest American types.


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    Title :

    Recent developments in electric-drive rail motor cars


    Additional title:

    Gen Elec Rev


    Contributors:

    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1935


    Size :

    5 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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