First of six 3-unit train sets; power car fitted with two English Electric Co Diesel engines of 6H type, developing 209 bhp at 1500 rpm direct coupled to 132-kw d-c generators; power transmitted to four 75-hp traction motors hung on outer axles of 6-wheel trucks; drive from motors to axles is through spur gears; weights and dimensions given for power and luggage car, and passenger car. (Supp to Ry Gaz)
Diesel-electric train sets for Western Australia
Diesel Ry Traction
1949
2 pages
Article (Journal)
English
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