description Alco Century 430 Overview
The ALCO Century 430, also designated C430, is a four-axle diesel-electric road locomotive built by the American Locomotive Company in the United States. Production ran from July 1966 to February 1968, with 16 units completed; each used an ALCO 16-251E V16 diesel engine rated at 3,000 horsepower and a B-B wheel arrangement. It was part of ALCO's Century series and an updated development of the C425.
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What is the ALCO Century 430?
The ALCO Century 430, also called the C430, is a four-axle diesel-electric road locomotive. It was built by the American Locomotive Company in the United States.
How many ALCO C430 locomotives were built?
Only 16 units were completed. Production ran from July 1966 to February 1968, making the C430 a rare ALCO Century model.
What engine powered the ALCO Century 430?
The locomotive used an ALCO 16-251E V16 diesel engine. Its rating was about 3,000 horsepower, giving the four-axle C430 substantial road-switcher power.
Why is the C430 historically notable?
The C430 represents ALCO’s late diesel locomotive development before the company left the North American locomotive market. Its small production run also makes it much less common than comparable EMD road-switchers.
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