GE FDL-16

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:railway
gptkbp:availability second-hand market
gptkbp:brakes air brakes
gptkbp:cockpit full-width cab
gptkbp:color_scheme varied by railroad
gptkbp:communication_system 72 V DC
gptkbp:control_system multiple unit capable
gptkbp:cooling_system water-cooled
gptkbp:cultural_impact featured in railfan media
gptkbp:current_status some preserved in museums
gptkbp:engine_configuration V16
gptkbp:engine_displacement 1,600 cubic inches
gptkbp:engine_power 900 RPM
gptkbp:engine_type gptkb:GE_7_FDL
diesel
gptkbp:environmental_impact lower emissions than steam locomotives
gptkbp:exhaust_system vertical exhaust
gptkbp:first_introduced gptkb:1960
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 1,200 gallons
40,000 lb
gptkbp:fuel_type diesel fuel
gptkbp:height 14 ft 6 in
gptkbp:historical_significance pioneered diesel technology in freight locomotives
gptkbp:history gptkb:GE_U25_B
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label GE FDL-16
gptkbp:legacy influenced future diesel locomotives
gptkbp:length 56 ft 2 in
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular servicing
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:General_Electric
gptkbp:market_segment freight railroads
gptkbp:max_speed 65 mph
gptkbp:modifications various upgrades over time
gptkbp:notable_features high horsepower-to-weight ratio
gptkbp:number_built over 200
gptkbp:number_of_engines gptkb:16
gptkbp:operational_status some still in service
gptkbp:operator standardized controls
gptkbp:owner gptkb:Southern_Pacific_Railroad
gptkbp:power_output 1600 hp
gptkbp:primary_use heavy freight transport
gptkbp:production_years 1960-1965
gptkbp:related_model gptkb:GE_FDL-12
gptkbp:retirement varied by owner
gptkbp:safety_features dynamic braking
gptkbp:service_type freight
gptkbp:successor gptkb:GE_FDL-20
gptkbp:traction diesel-electric
DC traction motors
gptkbp:train_handling capable of handling long trains
gptkbp:used_by various railroads
gptkbp:weight 120,000 lb
gptkbp:wheels B-B
gptkbp:width 10 ft 0 in
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Evolution_Series_locomotives
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5