Cate's Research-Investigation Bureau

A big thank you to Mande for providing these images of the GTD-1000T that rests in Koblenz.  Having looked at the images, the engine has seen use; this can be noticed by the amount of soot in the exhaust duct. Additionally, there are several critical cracks that formed on the top right of the turbine housing. The lower ventilator that is used to provide fresh air to sub-components of the turbine and cool the engine bay is missing the housing, which seems to have broken off.  Overall, a decent exposition and well-made section cuts to show the inner assembly of the turbine and gearbox drives. 

It is important to note that the GTD series of monoblocs, starting with the GTD-1000TF and ending with the GTD-1250, are boosted units of their previous model. This explains why certain monobloc types have 2 different power ratings based on their original power rating output before and after being boosted.  Monobloc types:  Type "R" with an engine power output of 1100 hp - "R-1.1" Type "R" with an engine power output of 1250 hp - "R-1.25" Type "RV" with an engine power output of 1100 hp - "RV-1.1" Type "RV" with an engine power output of 1250 hp - "R-1.25" Type "AS" with an engine power output of 1100 hp - "AS-1.1" Type "AS" with an engine power output of 1250 hp - "AS-1.25" Type "R" - Monoblocs with a transmission oil pump 219-14-sb740, are identified based on the power output:  "R-1.1" - 1100 hp  "R-1.25" - 1250 hp Type "RV" -...