Definition: Modern diesel locomotives that use a diesel engine referred to as the "prime mover" to generate electricity. The electrical current is supplied to electric powered driving wheels.
Diesel locomotives were introduced in the 1930s, and replaced steam locomotives as the primary type of locomotive in use on American railroads by the end of the 1950s.
Diesel locomotives were introduced in the 1930s, and replaced steam locomotives as the primary type of locomotive in use on American railroads by the end of the 1950s.
Also Known As: diesel engine