description Alco C-630 Overview
The ALCO C-630 is a six-axle diesel-electric locomotive in the Century series, built in the United States during the mid-1960s. It is powered by an ALCO 251C prime mover rated at 3,000 horsepower and uses a C-C wheel arrangement, giving it the tractive effort needed for heavy freight service. The model was intended for railroads requiring a high-powered road locomotive with six driven axles.
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What is the ALCO C-630?
The ALCO C-630 is a six-axle diesel-electric locomotive from the Century series, built in the United States during the mid-1960s. It was designed for heavy freight service and uses a C-C wheel arrangement.
How much power does the ALCO C-630 produce?
The C-630 is powered by an ALCO 251C prime mover rated at 3,000 horsepower. Its six powered axles give it the tractive effort needed for demanding freight work.
What does C-630 mean in the locomotive's name?
The C identifies a six-axle locomotive in ALCO's naming system, while the 630 designation refers to the model's 3,000-horsepower class. The locomotive belongs to ALCO's Century series of diesel-electric road units.
Which locomotive competed with the ALCO C-630?
The C-630 competed with six-axle locomotives such as the General Electric U30C and Electro-Motive Division's SD40. These models targeted the same heavy freight market during the 1960s.
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