SNCF Class C 61000

SNCF Class C 61000
C61000 class locomotive in service with RATP as number T132
Type and origin Power type Diesel electric Builder Compagnie Électro-Mécanique Build date 1950-1953
Specifications Configuration: ​  • UIC C Gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) standard gauge Length 9,500 mm (31 ft 2 in) Loco weight 53 tonnes (52 long tons; 58 short tons) Prime mover Sulzer 6 LDA 22, Engine type In line diesel engine Traction motors Two CEM GDTM 553 Cylinders 6 Transmission Diesel-electric transmission
Performance figures Maximum speed 60 km/h (37 mph) Power output 375 kW (503 hp) at 890 rpm
Career Operators SNCF, RATP

The SNCF Class C 61000 (+ TC 61100) diesel shunters were built by Compagnie Electro-Méchanique (CEM) between 1950 and 1953. 48 locomotives were built, numbered C 61001–61048. They were used for heavy shunting duties around Le Havre.[1]

Two traction motors were fitted to the two end axles, all the axles being coupled by coupling rods.

Slave units

In addition, twelve slave units, numbered TC 61101-61112 were built, to provide extra power. These slave units did not have a cab, thus reducing their weight.

Disposal

These locomotive have now been withdrawn from SNCF service. However, several have been preserved, and a few were sold to for further use with industry or the Paris Metro operator RATP.[1]

References

1. "1950; 030 DA Class (later 61000 series)". Derby Sulzers. Early Sulzer powered French Shunters 1931-1954.