The Davenport Diesel - Hydraulic
# 57
A Sturdy Workhorse!
All photos by Dave Derfelt
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Locomotive features:
| Power plant - 4 Cylinder Industrial Diesel (various manufacturers). |
| Drive system - Hydraulic with direct gear drivebox on Main Axle - Two Stage Displacement for high / low speed range. |
| Weight - 5500 lbs. |
| Driver Diameter - 14" |
| Rigid Wheel Base - 36" |
| Minimum Radius of Curves - 45' |
| Brakes - Automatic Train Air with Independent on locomotive. |
| Air Sanders for traction. |
| Spacious cab with dome light and lighted gauges. |
| Additional air line on each end for air tools or auxilaries. |
| Available in 6-wheel or 4-wheel versions. |
| Flame-cut stress relieved & Blanchard ground plate steel frame and end buffers. |
| Sturdy hood and cab construction with thought-out access for oil filters, etc. |
| Fully equalized suspension. |
