RM55
Model of Victorian Railways double ended petrol electric rail motor. (D.E.R.M.). One traction motor per bogie, original units had only one motor bogie with two traction motors. Final drive to all wheels is by chain and sprocket. Fitted with self lapping air brakes to both bogies and train ( when attached).Painted reddish brown as originally delivered All running gear painted black.
| Engine: | Nissan A12 4 cylinder motor |
| Type: | Petrol-Electric BO-BO |
| Transmission: | 32V 200 amp aircraft Generator. Two modified North East (Dodge automotive) starter generators. |
| Builder: | J. Willcox and DVR members |
| Owner: | Private |
| Loco Number: | RM55 |
| Length: | 3.1m (10' 2") |
| Width: | 56cm (1' 10") |
| Height: | 76cm (2' 6") |
| Weight: | 760kg (1675 lbs) |
| Introduced: | 1985 |