ALCO Century 430

The ALCO Century 430 is a four-axle, 3,000 hp (2,237 kW) diesel-electric locomotive of the road switcher type. 16 were built between July 1966 and February 1968. Cataloged as a part of ALCO's 'Century' line of locomotives, the C430 was an upgraded version of the C425 model. Since 1992, 5 C430s have remained in existence.[1]

ALCO Century 430
Green Bay and Western Railroad 315, an Alco C430 at the National Railroad Museum, Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Type and origin Power type Diesel-electric Builder ALCO Model Century 430 Build date July 1966 – February 1968 Total produced 16
Specifications Configuration: ​  • AAR B-B Gauge 4 ft 8 1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge Prime mover ALCO 251 Alternator GTA 9
Performance figures Power output 3,000 hp (2,237 kW)

Rear of GBW 315