Diesel and electric locomotives are complex, and they revolutionized railroading as we know it. How Diesel & Electric Locomotives Work is a complete guide to the inner workings of the locomotives powering railroad’s today.

This book includes:

• A brief history of the locomotive type and the development of the diesel engine.

• A discussion of the components and systems, illustrating how the parts function and the design differences between manufacturers.

• How electric locomotives work and their similarities to diesel units.

• Details regarding the major builders and their contributions to the art.

Plus, hundreds of photos, charts, and mechanical illustrations describing the workings of locomotives!