GE U50C

GE U50C
U50C #5005 running through Cajon Pass in January 1972
Type and origin
Power typeDiesel-electric
BuilderGeneral Electric
ModelU50C
Build date1969 – 1971
Total produced40
Specifications
Configuration:
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Gauge4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge
Trucks2
Length79 ft (24.08 m)
Fuel typeDiesel
Prime moverDual GE FDL-12
Engine typeDiesel engine
AspirationTurbocharger
Traction motors6x
Cylinders24 (12 per engine)
TransmissionDiesel-electric
Loco brakeWestinghouse air brake, Dynamic
Train brakesWestinghouse air brake
Safety systemsLeslie S-5T-RF air horn
Performance figures
Power output5,000 hp (3,700 kW)
Career
OperatorsUnion Pacific Railroad
NicknamesU-Boats
LocaleNorth America
Retired1977–1978
DispositionAll scrapped

The GE U50C was a 5,000 hp (3,700 kW) diesel-electric locomotive built by GE Transportation Systems. Each was powered by two 2,500 hp (1,860 kW) diesel engines.

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