P42DC Ampere Ratings

[Fan Railer]

Sorry to bother, but this information seems to be unavailable on the web. I was wondering what the maximum Amp ratings (short time, I know the continuous ratings) are for both traction, and braking. I know that the Ammeter goes from -1200 amps (braking) all the way to 1800 amps (traction), but I'm not sure if the actual mechanical limits are lower. Thanks in advance.

 

[SANSR]

You might want to task your question to the experts on Trainorders.com; I expect you will have to register as a member (the cost is minimal and worth it, in my opinion) in order to receive formal response(s). As with Amtrak Unlimited, you can expect to receive expert information.

 

[Acela150]

The cost isn't minimal if you ask me.. I think it's $30+ for a 1 year membership.. I always look at TO but I'm not springing $30+ on a website just for a year. I'll spend that on diapers. TO does have some very knowledgeable members. IINM Jis and PRR60 are members of TO.