© trainspo.comALCo 141R
Built by ALCo, Baldwin, CLC, Lima, MLW
Overview of the ALCo 141R
Discover the impressive 141R steam locomotive, a true "Mikado" that made history on French railways. This powerful machine, built by renowned manufacturers like ALCo and Baldwin, embodies the strength and reliability of the steam era.
With a top speed of 100 km/h and a 1435 mm gauge, the 141R was designed for efficiency on French lines. Its 2-8-2 Whyte notation and UIC axle formula 1'D1' h2 highlight its versatile capabilities for various transport tasks.
The 141R stands out with its imposing length of 14.64 meters and a total weight of 191 tons, emphasizing its immense power. With an impressive output of 2150 kW, this locomotive was a crucial part of the French railway network and an iconic symbol of a bygone era of steam power.
ALCo 141R technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Mikado | |
| Built by | ALCo, Baldwin, CLC, Lima, MLW | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 2,150 kW2,883 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 1'D1' h2 | |
| Whyte notation | 2-8-2 | |
| Length | 14.64 m48 ft 0 in | |
| Weight | 191 t421,082 lb |
Operators of the ALCo 141R
Railway companies that have operated the 141R, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| French National Railway Corporation | SNCF 141R | France |
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