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The GE U26C diesel locomotive model was introduced by GE Transportation Systems in 1971. All examples of this model are six axle units, and have the wheel arrangement C-C (AAR classification) or Co'Co' (UIC classification). The U26C locomotives were built for metre gauge networks in Brazil and Kenya, and networks in New Zealand and South Africa. All had a power output of as built, except the locomotives delivered new to Kenya, which were derated to .〔 Some of the New Zealand units were later uprated in power output, and four of the Brazilian units were later regauged to broad gauge. Another more powerful version, license-built by Krupp, and referred to as a GE U30C model, was delivered to the TAZARA Railway, which links Tanzania with Zambia.〔 ==Technical details== The U26Cs have the typical hood unit configuration of North American diesel locomotives, and a road switcher design. The turbocharged V12 four-stroke diesel engine, generator and auxiliary equipment are easily accessible under a long hood equally as high as, but narrower than, the single cab, which is mounted at one end. This arrangement allows the driver to see in both directions. However, in line service the leading locomotive is usually operated with the cab end ahead. The six electric traction motors are mounted in the two bogies; each drives one axle. Between the bogies is the fuel tank. The U26Cs are capable of multiple-unit train control operation. In New Zealand and South Africa, trains operated by four or more locomotives are not uncommon. Other technical data of the locomotives varies depending on the build year and construction, but the type of motor fitted is always the GE 7FDL-12. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「GE U26C」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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