LS 800 - MagnumMacKivler/RLCPT2 GitHub Wiki
One of the Rock Island's two proto-LS-800's, on the original frame with a reduced overall body size, serves Blue Island, Illinois in 1959. Image copyright Paul McGrane
The LS-800 (or A-3171) was a refinement of the LS-750's concept, featuring a shorter frame and a modest improvement in performance. Like the LS-750 before it, the LS-800 used a six-cylinder turbocharged engine driving Westinghouse electrical gear. Naturally, they excellently exhibited era-appropriate turbo lag.
The first two units of the class, sold to Rock Island, were visually identical to the LS-750/1000/1200 platform with minor cosmetic differences. The latter 21, all of which were sold to New York Central, were on a unique shorter frame. None survive.
PT-Specific Information
| General Info | - |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Hamilton T-69-SA |
| Horsepower | 800 |
| Truck Type | AAR Type A |
| Axles | 4 |
| Traction Motors | 4 |
| Minimum Weight | 228,000 lbs |
| Maximum Weight | 260,000 lbs ⚠ |
| Model Base Speed | 60 MPH |
| Top Speed | 60 MPH |
| Electrical System | - |
|---|---|
| Generator Max Current | 6000 Amps |
| Max Traction Motor (TM) Current | 2000 Amps |
| Max Continuous TM Current | 1050 Amps |
| Traction Motor Type | DC |
| Factor of Adhesion | 25% |
| Transition Mode | Automatic, no Selector |
| Transition Groups | 2, 2, 2 |
| Transition Shunts | 1, 0.75, 0.5 ⚠ |
| Generator Transition | No |
| Traction Control | APR |
| Dynamic Braking (DB) Mode (if used) | N/A |
| DB Max Current | N/A |
| DB Max Continuous Current | N/A |
| Blended Braking | No |
| Miscellaneous | - |
|---|---|
| Head-End Power (HEP) | No |
| HEP Power Consumption | N/A |
| HEP Standby/Run Mode | N/A |
| Load Ramp Speed | 6 Amps/Tick ⚠ |
| TM Overload Protection | No |
| Starter Mode | Latched Primer, Manual Start |
| Air Brake Schedule | 6-SL |
| Compressor CFM | 292.6 (Gardner Denver WXO @ 950 RPM) |
| Main Reservoir Volume | 36 Cubic Feet ⚠ |
Notes
⚠: Not Verified or Educated Guess