American Diesel Locomotives

Author : Brian Solomon
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-29
Category : Diesel locomotives
ISBN : 1610606051

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American Diesel Locomotives by Brian Solomon Pdf

Introduced in the 1930s, efficient and adaptable diesel locomotives had all but displaced steam locomotives by 1960. This colorful photographic history examines the development, implementation, and operation of diesel locomotives from the gleaming pioneer Zephyrs of the '30s through today's 8000-horsepower beasts. In the course of examining the dawn and preeminence of diesel power, the author offers a glimpse of America's major railways -- both freight and passenger -- in stunning modern and period color photography. Manufacturers like EMD, Alco and GE are included. The final chapter describes the operation and maintenance of modern diesel locomotives, and an appendix lists where rail fans can see restored examples of early diesels today.

Author : Jeff Wilson
Publisher : Kalmbach Publishing Company
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 1627004556

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Guide to North American Diesel Locomotives by Jeff Wilson Pdf

"This book covers the history, development, construction, and operation of diesel locomotives, from pioneering boxcab switchers of the 1920s to today's high-horsepower AC-traction-motor road locomotives. Roster information for more than 120 historical and current railroads helps show how various railroads dieselized and what power they used on their freight and passenger trains."--

Author : J. Parker Lamb
Publisher : Railroads Past and Present
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2007-06-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : UVA:X030260941

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Evolution of the American Diesel Locomotive by J. Parker Lamb Pdf

The diesel locomotive sent shock waves through rigid corporate cultures and staid government regulators. For some, the new technology promised to be a source of enormous profits; for others, the railroad industry seemed a threat to their very livelihoods. Evolution of the American Diesel Locomotive introduces the reader to the important technological advances that gave rise to diesel engines, examining not only their impact on locomotive design, but also their impact on the economic and social landscapes. J. Parker Lamb describes the development of these technologies, allowing the reader to fully understand how they were integrated and formed a commercially successful locomotive. Like its companion volume, Perfecting the American Steam Locomotive (IUP, 2003), this book emphasizes the role of the leading engineers whose innovations paved the way for critical breakthroughs. Rail fans will appreciate this authoritative work.

Author : J. Parker Lamb
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2007-06-14
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780253027986

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Evolution of the American Diesel Locomotive by J. Parker Lamb Pdf

“An important contribution to railroad technological history. The book’s strength is the author’s mastery of the mechanical details.” —Mark Reutter, editor, Railroad History The diesel locomotive sent shock waves through rigid corporate cultures and staid government regulators. For some, the new technology promised to be a source of enormous profits; for others, the railroad industry seemed a threat to their very livelihoods. Evolution of the American Diesel Locomotive introduces the reader to the important technological advances that gave rise to diesel engines, examining not only their impact on locomotive design, but also their impact on the economic and social landscapes. J. Parker Lamb describes the development of these technologies, allowing the reader to fully understand how they were integrated and formed a commercially successful locomotive. Like its companion volume, Perfecting the American Steam Locomotive (IUP, 2003), this book emphasizes the role of the leading engineers whose innovations paved the way for critical breakthroughs. Rail fans will appreciate this authoritative work. “A host of books and articles have touched on various aspects of this ongoing story over the years, but none tell the story with the completeness and superb clarity found here.” —Michigan Railfan “Lamb provides the reader with detailed descriptions of every generation of diesel locomotive along with a generous supply of excellent photographs.” —Technology and Culture

Author : Brian Solomon
Publisher : Motorbooks International
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 0760306664

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The American Diesel Locomotive by Brian Solomon Pdf

Introduced in the 1930s, efficient and adaptable diesel locomotives had all but displaced steam locomotives by 1960. This colorful photographic history examines the development, implementation, and operation of diesel locomotives from the gleaming pioneer Zephyrs of the '30s through today's 8000-horsepower beasts. In the course of examining the dawn and preeminence of diesel power, the author offers a glimpse of America's major railways -- both freight and passenger -- in stunning modern and period color photography. Manufacturers like EMD, Alco and GE are included. The final chapter describes the operation and maintenance of modern diesel locomotives, and an appendix lists where rail fans can see restored examples of early diesels today.

Author : Stanley W. Trzoniec
Publisher : Voyageur Press (MN)
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2015-10
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780760348406

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Vintage & Modern Diesel Locomotives by Stanley W. Trzoniec Pdf

EMD, General Electric, Alco, Baldwin, and Fairbanks Morse have built diesel locomotives. Their most popular vintage and modern models are covered in painstaking detail by author and photographer Stanley W. Trzoniec.

Author : Greg McDonnell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1770856099

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Locomotives by Greg McDonnell Pdf

"This new oversize, full color book is the 'Diesel Spotter's Guide' on steroids. ... After you get Locomotives, you'll WANT to go out and see what's new!" --Railfan and Railroad "This is a field guide that is also elegant, so my advice is this: Buy two copies, and toss one in your car, and put the other one on your coffee table." --Trains Locomotives is the definitive photographic reference for the North American rail fan. It covers all mainline locomotive models built for North American railroads from the mid-1970s onward. This revised and expanded edition includes data on all the new locomotive models built from 2007 to January 2015, including the latest electrics from Siemens and Tier 4 locomotives from General Electrics. Containing 32 new pages, and over 300 photographs of more than 120 models, this remarkable large-format reference covers every locomotive manufacturer. Greg McDonnell provides concise yet comprehensive information on each model, along with easy-to-read tables of production totals, build dates and mechanical specifications.

Author : George Woods
Publisher : Amberley Publishing Limited
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2020-11-15
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781398101920

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English Electric Diesel Locomotives by George Woods Pdf

Stunning previously unpublished photographs of English Electric locomotives. Shows them in service all over the BR system from 1966 to 2019 working a wide variety of trains.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1156 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1922
Category : Locomotives
ISBN : CHI:098469345

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Locomotive Cyclopedia of American Practice by Anonim Pdf

Author : Jeff Wilson
Publisher : Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Page : 90 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Diesel locomotives
ISBN : 9780890247617

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The Model Railroader's Guide to Diesel Locomotives by Jeff Wilson Pdf

Learn the history, spotting features, characteristics, and operation of diesel locomotives, plus how to determine appropriate eras, and details and features.

Author : J. Parker Lamb
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2003-07-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0253342198

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Perfecting the American Steam Locomotive by J. Parker Lamb Pdf

Perfecting the American Steam Locomotive documents the role played by mechanical engineers in the development of locomotive design. The steam engine and the mechanical engineering profession both grew directly out of the Industrial Revolution's need for sources of power beyond that of men and animals. Invented in England when coal mining was being developed, the practical steam engine eventually found numerous applications in transportation, especially in railroad technology. J. Parker Lamb traces the evolution of the steam engine from the early 1700s through the early 1800s, when the first locomotives were sent to the United States from England. Lamb then shifts the scene to the development of the American steam locomotive, first by numerous small builders, and later, by the early 20th century, by only three major enterprises and a handful of railroad company shops. Lamb reviews the steady progress of steam locomotive technology through its pinnacle during the 1930s, then discusses the reasons for its subsequent decline.

Author : Anthony P. Sayer
Publisher : Pen and Sword Transport
Page : 777 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2021-05-30
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781526762016

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The Clayton Type 1: Bo-Bo Diesel-Electric Locomotives—British Railways Class 17 by Anthony P. Sayer Pdf

This informative, illustrated guide to the British Railways locomotive series covers its full production lifespan, from 1962–1965. In the early 1960s, the Bo-Bo diesel-electric locomotive known as The Clayton was conceived as the new standard for British Railways, superseding other Type 1 classes. While the early classes suffered from poor driver visibility, the Claytons were highly successful and popular with operating crews. However, the largely untested high-speed, flat Paxman engines proved to be highly problematic. As a result, the Claytons were eventually withdrawn from BR service by December 1971. Anthony Sayer draws on considerable amounts of archive material to tell the full story of these ‘Standard Type 1’ locomotives and the issues surrounding their rise and fall. Further sources provide insights into the effort and money expended on the Claytons in a desperate attempt to improve their reliability. Supported by over 280 photographs and diagrams, dramatic new insights into this troubled class have been assembled for both historians and modelers alike.

Author : William L. Withuhn
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2019-03-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780253039354

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American Steam Locomotives by William L. Withuhn Pdf

For nearly half of the nation's history, the steam locomotive was the outstanding symbol for progress and power. It was the literal engine of the Industrial Revolution, and it played an instrumental role in putting the United States on the world stage. While the steam locomotive's basic principle of operation is simple, designers and engineers honed these concepts into 100-mph passenger trains and 600-ton behemoths capable of hauling mile-long freight at incredible speeds. American Steam Locomotives is a thorough and engaging history of the invention that captured public imagination like no other, and the people who brought it to life.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Waukesha, WI : Kalmbach Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Locomotives
ISBN : 0890242062

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Guide to North American Steam Locomotives by Anonim Pdf

History and development of steam power since 1900, including railroad-by-railroad histories and rosters.

Author : Ken Boyd
Publisher : Kalmbach Publishing Co
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-16
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781627005098

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Historic North American Locomotives by Ken Boyd Pdf

Historic North American Locomotives traces the historic development of North American locomotives from the early 1800s through today. Considered a photographic book with the look and feel of fine art, 100 locomotives are profiled using descriptive text and richly detailed and colored photographic imagery. A well-researched introduction provides the reader with a historical perspective. The author/photographer includes high-quality photographs, created through various techniques that vividly capture the distinctive features of the locomotives. From the 1805 Trevithick portable boiler to modern, high-speed locomotives such as the 2013 GE Genesis, the reader will enjoy viewing a variety of locomotives that are not usually shown together in one book.