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Re: 50,000 TONS!
Author: Tom Moungovan
Date: 08-13-2010 - 06:57

David Maxwell Wrote:
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> So, how much does the locomotive really weigh?
>
> David Maxwell
> Tehachapi

J. David Conrad's book cites a total engine weight of 132,000 lbs. with 115,000 lbs.
of that on the drivers. With a listed t.e. of 29,455 lbs., this puts the factor of adhesion
at just under 4.0, so I'd say this figure should be pretty close, if not dead on.

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