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Side view up close of a 400 series ,,Powered by a 600 volt generator and an EMD V16 to spin it and also a compressor to supply air to the brake system
61-69, M
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What does EMD mean?
rckt148 · 61-69, M
@KeyTreasure Electra Motive Division ,,,they are made by General Motors
In a locomotive the engine powers a generator ,the wheels are actually powered by large electric motors
This is why the locomotive can also be a power plant ,the generator cranks out 6oo volts
In a locomotive the engine powers a generator ,the wheels are actually powered by large electric motors
This is why the locomotive can also be a power plant ,the generator cranks out 6oo volts
Very interesting.Thank you for responding.😊
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