Model

Kato 176-8902 N GE ES44AC Union Pacific #5542. Click image for full-size version. (Source: Kato)
Manufacturer |
Kato |
Mfg. Part No. |
176-8902 |
Mfg. Description |
N GE ES44AC Union Pacific #5542 |
Release date |
2010 |
Length without couplers |
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Length including couplers |
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Width |
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Height |
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Prototype
General Information |
Owner |
Union Pacific Railroad Company (reporting mark UP) |
Manufacturer |
General Electric Transportation |
Model |
GE AC45CCTE / ES44AC (Evolution Series, 4400 HP, AC traction) |
Serial Number |
55698 |
Model production dates |
January 2003–present |
Exterior Dimensions |
Weight (Maximum) |
432,000 lbs (196 tonnes) |
Length |
73 ft 2 in (22.30 m) |
Wheel Diameter |
42 in |
Truck Wheel Base |
13 ft 2 in |
Height to Hood Top |
15 ft 5 in |
Cab Width |
10 ft 3 in |
Hood Width |
9 ft 11 in |
Distance between Truck Centers |
53 ft 0 in |
Locomotive Wheel Base |
66 ft 2 in |
Minimum Turning Radius |
21 degrees |
Track Gauge |
4 ft 8½ in (1,435 mm) standard gauge |
Number of axles |
6 |
AAR wheel arrangement |
C–C |
Power |
Power type |
Diesel-electric |
Engine Builder |
General Electric |
Prime Mover |
GEVO |
Engine Type |
4-cycle GEVO 12 |
Power Output |
4,400 hp (3,280 kW) |
Bore and Stroke |
250 mm × 320 mm |
RPM |
450 min / 1050 max |
Main Generator |
GE GMG196A |
Gear Ratio |
83:20 |
Speed |
70 mph |
6-Wheel Hi-AD Configuration |
C–C |
Traction Motor Blowers |
2 × Koppers 872-22 |
Traction Motors |
6 × GE B13B2B |
Tractive Effort (starting) |
183,000 lbs @ 35% |
Tractive Effort (continuous) |
166,000 lbs @ 13.7 mph |
Multiple Unit Capability |
Yes |
Dynamic Braking |
Yes |
Auxiliary Generator |
GE GYA30A |
Alternator |
GYA30A |
Air Brake |
Westinghouse |
Model |
26L |
Air Compressor |
Westinghouse |
Model |
3CDC |
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Capacities |
Fuel Oil |
5,000 US gal (18,900 l; 4,160 imp gal) |
Lubricating Oil |
450 |
Engine Cooling Water |
450 |
Sand Capacity |
40 cu ft |
Miscellaneous |
Options |
Steerable Trucks
Controlled Traction Effort |
— |
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Notes
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