The following figures represent the operation statistics of five Baldwin diesel-electric switcher locomotives Nos. 581 to 585. |
| LINE OPERATING DATA | SEPT. 1946 |
PERIOD Jan. 1 to Sept. 30, 1946 |
CUMULATIVE From Oct. 14, 1945 |
| 1. Yard Switching miles ........................................ | 17,652 | 159,750 | 201,018 |
| 2. Hours in Service ............................................... | 2,942 | 26,625 | 33,503 |
| 3. Hours Held by Roundhouse (or in Shop) ........... | 233 | 1,627 | 1,967 |
| 4. Hours Available but not Used - Bal. .................. | 425 | 4,268 | 4,491 |
| 5. Per Cent of Potential Hours Available ............... | 93.55 | 95.00 | 95.08 |
| 6. Per Cent of Available Hours Utilized ................. | 87.38 | 86.16 | 88.18 |
| 7. Per Cent of Potential Hours Utilized .................. | 81.72 | 81.87 | 83.83 |
| 8. Number of Gallons of Diesel Oil ....................... | 20,813 | 181,514 | 226,834 |
| 8. Number of Gallons of Lubricating Oil ................ | 205 | 2,800 | 3,450 |
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These figures speak for themselves and show that the Western Pacific Railroad exsrcised sound judgment in this diesel service plant in- stallation. Its success reflects creditably upon all concerned in its creation and operation. |
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A torque wrench checks the tightness of cylinder head stud nuts. Arrangement of upper platform makes the job easy and safe. |
The inspection pit permits close inspec- tion of the diesel switchers' running gear. |
