At 364,000 pounds and more than 68feet long, the f40c is much larger than the f40ph s 260,000 pounds, 56footlong build. Notice this manual contains the latest operating instructions on freight locomotives having dynamic brakes. The f40ph locomotives were purchased to allow for the retirement of much of vias rundown and antiquated locomotives that they received from cn and cpr. The railpower 0 is notorious for voltage spikes and it will destroy your locomotive. If you dont press f4 or f5, your f40ph 2d locomotive will operate like a freight engine and will not provide power to your passenger cars. If youre looking for the modernized f40ph the one with ditch lights please click here important dc advisory. Emd f40ph diesellocomotive operating instructions manual online. General motors electromotive division f40ph series cptdb wiki. Now it serves as a yard switcher and backup engine for rescue. I do my best to research and test all items, but any additional assistance is welcomed. E33 rectifier electric engine operating instructions manual 36 pages. The locomotive model features an esu loksound select digital command control dcc decoder. Needing to revitalise the f40ph2 locomotives after a decade of intensive service, and wishing to implement a better hep system, new jersey transit sent 17 of. The emd f40ph is a cowlbodied, 3,000hp to 3,200hp fouraxle diesel locomotive which was originally built by electromotive division between 1975 to 1992, and was eventually mimicked by mk rail amd mpi in the 1990s and early 2000s.
However, the locomotive operates equally well in either direction. How do i find the user manuals for train sim world 2020. May 11, 2017 the scax 800 is the only f40ph metrolink ever owned. Metra f40ph locomotives mark 40 years of service september 14, 2017 metra unveiled a special locomotive wrap on one of its f40ph locomotives today, commemorating 40 years of continuous passenger service for the locomotive model that is the backbone of metras passenger fleet. The original f59ph was designed in consultation with go transit for commuter operation in toronto. Canada diesel via rail obos trainz locomotive catalog. The ge genesis series of locomotives was developed to be the main locomotives for amtrak.
Train sim world 2020 user manuals can usually be found by visiting the respective products steam store page. Only their npcu conversions still exist on their roster. Scrapped at larrys truck and electric, mcdonald oh oct 2007 310. F40ph variants were also built by mk rail and motivepower industries from 1991 until 2000. Locomotive quick start manual downloads click on the links below to download the quick start manuals found inside m. Page 1 rebuild operators manual francais au verso page 2 via about an f40ph 3 they will tell you that you have the name wrong and then make fun of you after you leave.
Canada diesel via rail railway via rail locomotive alco fa1 6776 author id. In one of my f40 operations manuals, it says the f402c is our f40ph 2c locomotive do use repair manual beetle download f40 locomotive operating manual. Emd f40ph diesellocomotive operating instructions manual. Originally built for amtrak, it was transferred to metrolink in the late 1990s. Black and white photograph from the septemberoctober 1980 issue of amtrak news. Amtrak p40p42 amtrak f40ph amtrak f59phi the biggest thing i am looking for is the weight of each.
It continues to be the motive power for commuter railroads all over the united states, including the chicago metra. See page 21 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions. Emd f40ph diesellocomotive toy pdf manual download. Southern pacific, which retained operating rights for freight traffic on the peninsula, was. The emd f40ph is a type of fouraxle, 16cylinder, passenger diesel locomotive manufactured by emd between 19751992 including its variants. Fine condition locomotive specifications manual 8105 for emd model f40ph 3000hp dieselelectric passenger locomotives dated july 1976. The significant size and weight of the f40cs along with the two additional traction motors necessary for the sixaxle. Featuring head end power hep which was supplied from the main diesel power plant, the locomotives would generally operate at virtually full throttle when. Illustrated treasury of gm locomotives, by james w. It is also compatible with most standard ac transformers. The emd f40ph is synonymous with the amtrak era of american passenger trains. Kato new kobo limdited edition f40ph locos as part of its kobo custom line, kato usa is now offering special exclusive production runs of special paint schemes and super detailed cars.
Mncr4193 nymta metro north converted to f40ph 2cat 309. Featuring head end power hep which was supplied from the main diesel power plant, the locomotives would generally operate at virtually full throttle when hep was being supplied to the passenger set. On these pages you will find product support information, including manuals to download and updated tips for reliable operation of our products. Several commuter railroads currently use f40ph locomotives.
View more information about the amtrak f40ph california zephyr locomotive for train simulator including screenshots, product manual and historical information about the emd f40ph diesel locomotive. Simply place the engine on a track powered by any dc power pack with a variable output up to 16 volts dc. Esu has made an f40ph2d function mapping which can be downloaded into their. We call the locomotive a rebuilt f40ph 2d, but you would be equally correct in calling it a gpa30h. As you increase the track voltage, the sound system will begin functioning at around 7 volts dc. These 30 locomotives worked across the country until the. Metra f40ph locomotives mark 40 years of service metra. Amtrak f40ph locomotive product guidelines thank you for purchasing this model of amtraks f40ph locomotive. Select from a wide range of models, decals, meshes, plugins, or audio that help bring your imagination into reality. Emd f40ph diesel locomotive the emd f40ph is a fouraxle 3,0003,200 hp bb dieselelectric locomotive built by general motors electromotive division in several variants from 1975 to 1992. September, 1980 download the fullsized version of this photo.
F40 locomotive operating manual f40 locomotive operating manual railroad. Youll find the link at the store page in the right block view the manual, or just follow this link. Built from 1975 to the early 2000s, it was essentially a gp402 with a fullwidth body on the shorter gp35 frame, although over time the design, both in appearance and mechanically, evolved considerably. Emd operating manual gp9 locomotives alco operating manual 660hp switcher, 1,000hp switcher, and 1,000hp road switcher. By the time the f40ph was debuted, however, the industry had long since bailed on passenger service and the model was only purchased by amtrak or commuter agencies.
Marre the second diesel spotters guide, by jerry a. Page 1 f40ph diesel engine operators manual compatibility this engine will operate on any traditional o31 gauge track system, including m. Amtrak f40ph california zephyr loco addon, train simulator. Over 400 f40ph locomotives have been manufactured by emd in various configurations. As a result, your locomotive will resist starting up too quickly if at rest and will resist changes in speed once moving. The emd f59ph is a fouraxle 3,000 hp 2 mw bb dieselelectric locomotive built by general motors electromotive division in two variants from 1988 to 2001.
I work at a hobby shop and some fellow employees are requesting the info. Nobody at via will know what the heck you are talking about, but if you point at the letters on the side of the engine. The design was successful and became the backbone of go transits fleet for two decades. The exhaust chuff are automatically generated when the locomotive is moving and can be synchronized by an external cam or precisely computed by the loksound select. They were built in three batches, with most of the fleet still in active service. By david ottephotos as noted when railfans hear mention of the funit, they usually conjure up in their minds eye the sight of that ubiquitous bulldog nosed fouraxle dieselelectric locomotive created by the electromotive corporation later the electromotive division of general motors or emd. Emd ft operators manual emd ft operators manual this document is from the collection of william shultz. The first commuter rail operator to order f40phs was chicagos regional transportation authority rta, a forerunner to metra, who ordered 74. Operation with a dc power pack your blueline steam locomotive is ready to run. Rapido trains f40ph2d operators manual pdf download.
The full credit list can be accessed from the tsw options. Remember, these are generic manuals and are not specific to a particular locomotive. Nobody at via will know what the heck you are talking about, but if you point at the letters on the side. Rtc makes your locomotive operate as though it has the mass and inertia of a prototype locomotive. The diesel speed steps can be either manually controlled by function keys or automatically based on the speed. Locomotive quick start manuals mth electric trains. The genesis series is lower than even the previousgeneration f40ph by 14 inches 356 mm, and is the only amtrak diesel locomotive that meets the clearance requirements on every amtrak route. Emd f40ph locomotives the emd f40ph saw the f series again in production as the builder did not catalog a model between 1957 and 1967, when the fp45 was constructed. Intended for use on amtraks shorthaul passenger routes, it became the backbone of amtraks diesel fleet after the failure of the emd sdp40f. F40ph 2c locomotive do use f40ph diesel engine operator s manual compatibility this engine will operate on any traditional o31 gauge track system, including m. The f40ph also found widespread use on commuter railroads in the united.
Beginning in 2003, the 1980s equipment was joined by mpi mp36ph3c diesel locomotives and bombardier bilevel commuter equipment. Morrisonknudsen also built several variants between 1991 to 2000, while the main model was built between 1976 to 1988. Hello guys, i received a set of operating manuals from a friend today and was wanting to know if these are rare books. At the same time the locomotive was given vias green, grey and. The basic locomotive is arranged and equipped so that the short hood or cab end is considered the front or forward part of the unit.
The f40c locomotive is heavier and much longer than its successor, the f40ph. View and download rapido trains f40ph 2d operating instructions manual online. If you encounter any problems with this listing ie. The locomotive may consist of one or more individual units, each of which is a completely functional power plant. F40ph 2, f40ph 2cat, and f40ph 2c variants expanded and continue to serve the railroad. In 2010 via rail canada contracted cad railway industries in lachine, quebec, to rebuild its f40 locomotive fleet. Many still exist, but no longer operate on amtrak as of 2003. Railking scale f40ph diesel engine 3 set up checklist lubricate the locomotive prime the smoke unit check to see whether the battery needs to be charged for full sound effects apply power to run as described in the basic operating section of this manual lubrication you should lubricate the engine to prevent it from squeaking. This supersedes similar information already published in section 1 of the locomotive instruction. Intended for use on amtrak s shorthaul passenger routes, it became the backbone of amtraks diesel fleet after the failure of the emd sdp40f. Rail world locomotive leasing emd f40m2f freight locomotive pdf.
Mncr4194 nymta metro north converted to f40ph 2cat 311. On startups, nevertheless you shouldnt engage the top throttle notch immediately according to the weight in tow, to avoid wheel slip. Kerr diesel locomotives, the first 50 years by louis a. The general motors electromotive division f40ph series is a 4axle lightweight dieselelectric locomotive originally designed for service with amtrak. These items are custom built and modified by a master modeler in japan and will be produced on a perorder basis. Despite these advanced features, the 3rail f40ph is easy to operate with any compatible standard ac transformer see the compatibility chart on page 25. List of products is sorted by date, from most recent to least recent. Although it has been retired from amtrak service, it operated for over 20 years and today it continues to be the motive power for commuter railroads such as vre, mbta, caltrain, metrolink, and metra and more all over the united states. The rapido trains ho scale f40ph 2d features prototype specific detail and sound. Via rail canada 64006458 are gmdd f40ph 2d locomotives often known as f40ph 2s. Although it has been retired from amtrak service, it operated for over 20 years. This repaint was made base on maiks amtrak f40ph without his work and generous help, this repaint wont be possible.
Our f40ph is a phase 1 version, which means it is an accurate representation of the first order of f40 locomotives delivered in 1976. Operator manual available for download train sim world. Train simulator 2015 soldier summit provo to helper. Watch two f40ph 2d locomotives haul a pushpull passenger train on the model railroader staffs milwaukee, racine, and troy ho scale model railroad. All of our fp9as come equipped with ditch lights either factoryinstalled on the model or as optional detail parts. Do not use mrc 0series dc controllers with any of rapidos locomotives. This involved removal of the hep head end power alternator and installation of a separate hep generator in the rear of the locomotive. Page 1 738027250 303 lionel lionel heisler steam heisler steam locomotive locomotive and tender and tender owners manual owners manual featuring page 2 diecast electrocouplers on the front of the locomotive and the rear of the tender the following lionel marks may be used throughout this instruction manual and are protected under law. Some p42 locomotives were built with a dual mode capability utilizing a 3rd rail shoe for collecting electricity. This height restriction allowed the locomotive to travel easily through lowprofile tunnels in the northeast corridor. Trains subscribers can download a pdf version of this roster data directly to your computer. Sep 24, 2019 learn about the education and preparation needed to become a locomotive operator. View and download rapido trains f40ph2d operators manual online.
Page 1 748185250 712 american flyer uboat american flyer uboat diesel locomotive diesel locomotive owners manual owners manual featuring 748185250 af dd 1 7612 9. F40 locomotive operating manual 3 in dry weather the adhesion between wheel and rail is good, the locomotive can develop full tractive effort. The f40ph also found widespread use on commuter railroads in. I dont like the horn much its the same k5la that comes on the freeware amtrak p328 so i changed it to a k6la from hornz. Originally built as f40ph 2 units during the 1980s and based on amtraks famed f40ph. Amtraks emd f40ph locomotives were aging fast and ge came to the rescue with a more powerful and more fuel. Ho amtrak f40ph locomotive support page rapido trains inc. Ho canadian pacific fp9a support page rapido trains inc.
Your new locomotive is preprogrammed at the factory to use regulated throttle control rtc in analog operation. The f40ph features a turbocharged 645e3 16 cylinder, twostroke, watercooled. Locomotive emd f40ph spiderman 2 author id rob au robby2 identifier kuid. I am looking for specifications on the following locomotives. Media in category emd f40ph locomotives the following 4 files are in this category, out of 4 total.
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