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Diesel locomotive

ALCo S-1

Built by ALCo

Power output
490 kW
657 hp
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1940–1950
550 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the ALCo S-1

Discover the S-1, a classic diesel locomotive built by ALCo between 1940 and 1950. This robust engine features a 1435 mm gauge and a Bo'Bo' axle configuration, signifying its reliable performance and versatility on the rails.

With a power output of 490 kW, the S-1 has proven its worth in various roles. It has served private owners and the Cadiz Railroad in the United States, demonstrating its enduring capability.

Explore the history and specifications of the S-1, a testament to ALCo's engineering prowess. This locomotive has been a part of American railroading for decades, contributing to freight and industrial operations.

ALCo S-1 technical specifications

Value
Built byALCo · 1940–1950550 units
Power output490 kW657 hp
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
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Operators of the ALCo S-1

Railway companies that have operated the S-1, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Cadiz RailroadCAD S-1United States
Private owners group@private-us S-1United States

ALCo S-1 photos

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