Locomotives
SW1000 / SW1001
SW
<1,500
The SW1000 is the smallest of GATX’s switching locomotives. This model utilizes an 8 cylinder 645E engine that produces 42,000+ lbs. of tractive effort at minimum continuous speed.
Product Details
Horsepower
1,000
Axle
4
Tractive Effort @ Min. Cont. Speed
42,310 lbs. @ 6.7 mph
Length Over Coupler Pulling Faces
44 feet, 8 inches
Distance between Bolster Centers
22 feet
Truck-Rigid Wheel Base
8 feet
Width Over Grab Irons
10 feet, 6-3/4 inches
Height Above Rails
14 feet, 3 inches
Wheel Diameter
40 inches
Fuel Capacity
600 gallons
Engine
8-645E, 8 cylinder, roots-blown, GM Diesel
Main Generator
D25 generator
Traction Motors
Four D77/78 direct current
Standard Gearing
62:15 gear ratio
Weight
Total loaded weight on rails (average) 235,000 lbs.
