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Transit Locomotives

Locomotive & Railcar Services

The Next Generation

  • Standard gauge, four axle, diesel-electric locomotive.
  • Streamlined, modular design.
  • Higher speed rail capable.
  • Integral crash energy management features.
  • Highly reliable and fuel efficient EPA Tier 4 engine.
  • Mission completion with no single point of failure.
  • Low maintenance and life cycle costs.
  • Meets all PRIIA 305 requirements.

Advanced Microprocessor Control System

  • Enhanced diagnostic routines.
  • Predictive health capabilities.
  • Excitation, load, and adhesion control.
  • Sophisticated engine management.
  • Fully archived unit history data.
  • Train management and system status notifications.

Single Axle AC Traction Control

  • Increased adhesion.
  • Improved acceleration.
  • Enhanced spin/slide control.
  • Reduced wheel maintenance costs.

Technical Details

Length (coupler to coupler)

72 feet

Height

14 feet 7 inches

Clearance

D-05-1355 Amtrak Clearance Diagram

Wheel Arrangement

B - B with low unsprung mass

Traction Motors

AC A2921 Frame-mounted
Individual axle control

Dynamic Performance

125 mph operating speed
Operational with 6 inch cant deficiency

Starting Tractive Effort

> 65,200 lbs
Traction power for 8 multi-levels & 2 locomotives

P2 Forces

< 82,000 lbs

Braking

Disc brakes
Electronically controlled air brakes
Dynamic brake with blending operation
Regenerative braking capable

Head End Power

Inverter driven, three phase, 600/800 kW
Interchangeability between HEP & traction inverters

Fuel Capacity

1800/2200 gallons

Estimated Range

1100/1250 miles