MLW RS-23

The MLW RS-23 was a 1,000 hp (746 kW) diesel-electric locomotive built by Montreal Locomotive Works between August 1959 and September 1960. Production totaled 40 locomotives.

MLW RS-23
GWWD 202 in Winnipeg on March 21, 2019.
Type and origin
Power typeDiesel-electric
BuilderMontreal Locomotive Works
ModelRS-23
Build dateAugust 1959 to September 1960
Total produced40
Specifications
Configuration:
  AARB-B
  UICBo'Bo'
Gauge4 ft 8 12 in (1,435 mm)
Prime moverALCO 251D
RPM range1025 / 325
Engine typeFour-stroke diesel
GeneratorDC generator
Traction motors4 x GE 752 DC traction motors
TransmissionElectric
Loco brakeAir, optional dynamic
Train brakesAir
Performance figures
Power output1,000 hp (750 kW)
Career
LocaleCanada and United States

The largest fleet of these locomotives was operated by Canadian Pacific Railway, which classed them DRS-10c in that company's locomotive classification system.

Original owners

RailwayQuantityRoad numberNotes
Canadian Pacific Railway348013–8046
Sydney and Louisburg Railway3200–202200 & 202 to GWWD, same #'s.
Texas Gulf Sulphur Company33457-01 - 3457-03
Totals40
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