Locomotives
MP15DC
MP
1,500
A slightly larger version of a SW1500, the MP15DC provides increased tractive effort and a road-style truck configuration that provides comfort. They are suited for both switching and over the road applications.
Product Details
Horsepower
1,500
Axle
4
Tractive Effort @ Min. Cont. Speed
46,970 lbs. @ 9.3 mph
Length Over Coupler Pulling Faces
48 feet, 8 inches
Distance between Bolster Centers
24 feet, 2 inches
Truck-Rigid Wheel Base
9 feet
Width Over Grab Irons
10 feet, ¾ inch
Height Above Rails
15 feet
Wheel Diameter
40 inches
Fuel Capacity
1,100 to 1,400 gallons
Engine
12-645E, 12 cylinder roots-blown, GM Diesel
Main Generator
D32
Traction Motors
Four D77/78 direct current
Standard Gearing
62:15 gear ratio
Weight
Total loaded weight on rails average 248,000 lbs.
