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Budd Rail Diesel Car
The Budd Rail Diesel Car, mostly only called RDC, was an early diesel railcar that had been developed for rural lines with a low passenger density and for flexible commuter service. Like in other countries, it was bui...
General
| Property | Budd Rail Diesel Car RDC-3 (mail) |
|---|---|
| Built | 1949-1962 |
| Manufacturers | Budd |
| Wheel arrangement | 1A-A1 |
| Gauge | 1,435 mm (Standard gauge) |
Dimensions and weights
| Property | Budd Rail Diesel Car RDC-3 (mail) |
|---|---|
| Length | 25.91 m |
| Empty weight | 53.5 t |
Power plant
| Property | Budd Rail Diesel Car RDC-3 (mail) |
|---|---|
| Engine | Detroit Diesel 6-110 |
| Engine type | 2x 6-cyl. diesel |
Power
| Property | Budd Rail Diesel Car RDC-3 (mail) |
|---|---|
| Power source | diesel-hydraulic |
| Indicated power | 410 kW (557 PS) |
| Top speed | 137 km/h |
