Export Loco B-B - B-B Trucks
Span bolster trucks to negotiate sharper curves in Brazil.
Date:
12/6/2008
Location:
King of Prussia, PA
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Collection Of:
Lee King
Rolling Stock:
HTTX 93139 (Flat Car)
Author:
Lee King
Picture Categories: RollingStock,Yard
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Pedro Rezende
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Yes, EFVM uses BB+BB or D-D trucks on almost all locomotives. Nice photo!
12/9/2008 7:08:45 AM
Pedro Rezende
General
Not only for sharp curves, but because EFVM is meter gauge and the original dash 9 traction motors do not fit inside narrow trucks. Thats why the locos need more motors. We also have D-D trucks on the DDM45s locomotives.
12/9/2008 7:11:48 AM
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