MNRR Dual Mode Chargers discussion

[Touchdowntom9]

Time to restart the discussion.

Man those are quiet. Assume that’s the benefit of using 3rd rail whenever available. Fantastic stuff

 

[Dutchrailnut]

Keep in mind currently only 302 has third rail gear installed on its trucks. for 301 it is not available yet.

 

[daybeers]

 

[west point]

Noticed that the loco is slightly narrower than the passenger cars.

 

[MARC Rider]

Are these dual mode locomotives engineered to allow operation at full speed when third rail is available?

 

[PVD]

If I recall correctly, 80 mph operation on 3rd rail power is possible, which would be consistent with the M-7 EMU operation.