MPI MPXpress

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MPI MPXpress
Metrolink MP36PH-3C in Los Angeles
Metrolink MP36PH-3C in Los Angeles
Manufacturer: Motive Power, Inc.
Year of construction (s): from 2003
Axis formula : Bo'Bo '
Length: 21 m
Height: 4,720 mm
Width: 3,239 mm
Smallest bef. Radius: 76 m
Empty mass: 129 to 134 t
Top speed: 174 km / h
Installed capacity: 2700 kW (MP36PH-3S, 3C)
3000 kW (MP40PH-3C)
4000 kW (MP54AC)
Driving wheel diameter: 1016 mm
Power transmission: diesel-electric

MPXpress is a series of diesel-electric passenger train locomotives designed for local traffic . The manufacturer Motive Power, Inc. offers the locomotives with different options such as different main engines and drive engines, power generation via a separate auxiliary engine or the main engine and new or revised bogies . MPI currently offers three main variants: MP36PH-3S , MP36PH-3C , and MP40PH-3C .

The MPXpress locomotives were the first mass-produced passenger train locomotives to meet the EPA Tier 1 and Tier 2 emissions regulations as well as the safety regulations of the FRA (Federal Railroad Administration) with regard to crash behavior and fire safety. The series also meets the crash standards of the APTA ( American Public Transportation Association ).

Various local transport companies in Canada and the USA have ordered MPXpress locomotives for their local transport networks.

The MBTA from Boston has now ordered the new HSP46 locomotive model from Motive Power for delivery from 2012. The HSP46 should meet the EPA Tier 3 emissions regulations.

Models

MP36PH-3S

The MP36PH-3S as the main motor has a 16 cylinder - diesel engine of the type MPI 645F3B. The generator for supplying the train busbar is connected directly to the main motor (hence the "S" for static in the type designation). When providing full electrical power for the connected passenger cars , the main engine must run at a higher speed in order to supply the passenger cars. When the full power of 500 kW is provided on the train busbar, the pulling force is only 2200 kW, since the power generation branches off power from the main engine.

Chicago 's Metra put 27 of these locomotives into service between 2003 and 2004. 14 of them replaced older EMD F40C locomotives, while the rest added to the fleet. When the locomotives were shipped they exhibited software and computer problems, to the point that Metra had to put two F40C back into service for a brief period in 2004. One of the unique features of the MP36 in the Metra fleet compared to other operators is the fact that it is equipped with a Gyralite (circling warning light) that is attached where the train number plate would otherwise be attached. Metra is currently the sole operator of the MP36PH-3S.

MP36PH-3C

The MP36PH-3C has the same main engine as the "3S" model, the MPI 645F3B diesel engine, but the generator for the train busbar is powered by its own Caterpillar C-18 diesel engine. Hence the "C" in the type designation. In this configuration, the entire power of the main motor of 2700 kW is available for the drive and this can go into idling if required. Caltrain was the first rail company to purchase the MP36PH-3C in 2003.

The version of SunRail will differ significantly from the standard versions. The modernized locomotives will have the same driver's cab as the other locomotives, but behind them a narrow locomotive body with external catwalks, as is common on many American locomotive models.

MP40PH-3C

GO Transit MP40PH-3C.

The MP40PH-3C is the same as the MP36PH-3C except for the following differences:

  • the MP40PH-3C uses a 16-cylinder EMD 710 GB diesel engine instead of the MPI 645F3B, which produces 3000 kW instead of 2700 kW.
  • the use of EMD's EM2000 control system instead of Wabtec / MPI's own system as in the MP36.
  • the installation of alternators and drive motors from EMD.

GO Transit has ordered 27 locomotives of this model, which were delivered between 2007 and 2008. An order for a further 20 units was signed in July 2008. These are currently being delivered. Another order for 10 additional units was placed in February 2010. In March 2011, GO Transit received a financing commitment for a further 20 units. Including all options, your fleet will include up to 77 locomotives of this model.

On November 1, 2011, it was announced that GO Transit would replace the EMD drive motors in 11 MP40 with new Cummins QSK95 motors . It is currently unclear whether the engine replacement program will also be extended to the remaining locomotives, which are still relatively new.

While GO Transit is currently the only operator of this locomotive model, Sound Transit has placed an order for three locomotives for use on its Sounder local transport line.

MP32PH-Q

An MPI MP32PH-Q locomotive in SunRail livery in September 2013.

The MP32PH-Q was manufactured for SunRail to the same specifications as new MPXpress locomotives, even though they are used GP40WH-2 locomotives . that were previously used at MARC . While the engines were overhauled inside the locomotives and the electronics were replaced with the new machines, the locomotives kept the narrow structure of the GP-40 on the outside, which was supplemented with an MPXpress driver's cab.

MP54AC

The MP54AC (also known as the MP40PHTC-T4) is the newest locomotive in the MPXpress family and the only model for sale in the United States. It meets the EPA's stringent Tier 4 emissions standards. The MP54AC uses a pair of Cummins 16-cylinder QSK60 engines with an output of 2,700 hp each, for a total of 5,400 hp or 4,000 kW, which makes it the most powerful diesel-electric locomotive for passenger trains in North America today. In times of low power demand, the locomotive can be operated with just one engine to reduce noise pollution and increase fuel efficiency.

The MP54AC competes with the EMD F125 and the Siemens Charger .

Existing MPXpress locomotives can be converted to the MP54AC.

The first prototype of an MP54AC was created by converting an MP40PH-3C from GO Transit. MotivePower removed the EMD motor and the HEP motor and replaced them with the two Cummins motors. Extensive modifications have been made to the locomotive body to accommodate additional air inlets and exhausts.

Initially, GO Transit wanted to convert a total of ten MP40PH-3Cs to the new MP54AC standard. The company later ordered 16 more, newly built MP54AC locomotives and expanded the order for converted units to a total of 26 units. The MP54ACs are also designed to replace the remaining F59PH locomotives that are still in service.

operator

model operator place Duration Years of construction comment
MP36PH-3S Metra Chicago , Illinois 27 2003-2004
MP36PH-3C Caltrain San Francisco , California 6th 2003 mainly for Baby Bullet Service
FrontRunner Salt Lake City , Utah 11 2007
MARC Washington, DC / Maryland 26th 2008-2011
MBTA Boston , Massachusetts 2 2007 2 locomotives bought from FrontRunner (No. 13 and 14)
20 new MPI HPS46 ordered for delivery in 2012 and 2013
Metrolink Los Angeles , California 15th 2008-2009
Northstar Line Minneapolis , Minnesota 6th 2007, 2008-2009 1 locomotive bought from FrontRunner (No. 12)
New Mexico Rail Runner Express Albuquerque , New Mexico 9 2005
Virginia Railway Express Washington, DC / Virginia 19 (+1) 2010-2011 At terminals
West Coast Express Vancouver , British Columbia 1 2006 reserve
MP40PH-3C GO transit Toronto , Ontario 77 2008-2011
Sound transit Seattle , Washington  3 2012
MP40PH-Q SunRail Orlando , Florida 7th 2013 Opening May 2014, modernized locomotives with narrow locomotive bodies, option on 13

photos

  • Metra MP36PH-3S locomotive No. 410 (right) coupled to an EMD F40PH locomotive near Stuart Field.

  • Metra MP36PH-3S locomotive # 407 at 35th Street station.

  • Two New Mexico Rail Runner Express MP36PH-3C trains parked at the Albuquerque depot

  • Caltrain Locomotive No. 927 at San Jose Diridon Station

  • FrontRunner locomotive No. 6

  • Metrolink locomotive No. 890 in Union Station

  • GO Transit MP40PH-3C locomotive No. 601

  • VRE locomotive # V53 MP36PH-3C departing Manassas, VA

Individual evidence

  1. ↑ Florida Transportation Today, July 14, 2011: SunRail to buy MotivePower engines
  2. ↑ a b c SunRail, Sound Transit or MotivePower locomotives . Trains Magazine. September 12, 2011. Retrieved September 13, 2011.
  3. ↑ Archived copy ( memento of the original from April 25, 2011 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.nxtbook.com
  4. ^ Railway Gazette International, November 2, 2011: Cummins to produce Tier 4 compliant diesel engine
  5. ↑ Wabtec press release, September 8, 2011: Wabtec To Build Commuter Locomotives For Central Florida and Seattle Projects ( Memento of the original from April 15, 2012 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. (PDF; 23 kB) @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.wabtec.com
  6. ↑ A very colorful line-up at Motive Power today . Retrieved October 24, 2013.
  7. ↑ Archived copy ( memento of the original dated November 14, 2017 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. First SunRail locomotive delivered @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / discuss.amtraktrains.com
  8. ↑ Caltrain Commute Fleets
  9. ↑ UTA: FrontRunner Vehicles
  10. ^ UTA Legacy: FrontRunner Vehicles
  11. ↑ UtahRails.net: Frontrunner Commuter Rail
  12. ↑ MTA Expands MARC Penn Line Service ( Memento of the original from March 31, 2009 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. MTA Maryland Service Information. Retrieved February 16, 2010. @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.mtamaryland.com
  13. ↑ Archived copy ( memento of the original from July 14, 2011 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / alerts.marylandmail.com
  14. ^ Martin Finucane: MBTA unveils first new locomotive in 23 years . The Boston Globe . February 7, 2011. Retrieved February 8, 2011.
  15. ↑ Utah Frontrunner Photographic Roster
  16. ↑ The MBTA Vehicle Inventory Page ( Memento from June 6, 2011 in the Internet Archive )
  17. ↑ Press Release: Wabtec's MotivePower Unit Signs Contract With MBTA For New Passenger Locomotives . Market Watch . August 31, 2010. Accessed on October 2, 2010.  ( Page no longer available , search in web archives )  Info: The link was automatically marked as broken. Please check the link according to the instructions and then remove this notice.@1@ 2Template: Dead Link / www.marketwatch.com  
  18. ↑ The MBTA Vehicle Inventory Page ( Memento from June 6, 2011 in the Internet Archive )
  19. ↑ Archived copy ( memento of the original from June 13, 2010 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.metrocouncil.org
  20. ↑ http://twincitiesrailfan.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=36&t=1767
  21. ^ Peter Bodley: Northstar Commuter Rail adds locomotive . In: Coon Rapids Herald . ABC Newspapers. June 2, 2010. Retrieved April 27, 2011.
  22. ↑ I'm smaller than Jax and I have Rail: Albuquerque
  23. ↑ VRE taps MotivePower for 12 locomotives, option for 8 . August 18, 2009. Retrieved July 8, 2010.
  24. ↑ VRE has $ 5.1 million surplus . Washington Post. September 20, 2010. Retrieved September 20, 2010.
  25. ^ Jennifer Buske: Virginia Railway Express begins adding new locomotives to its fleet . In: The Washington Post , August 5, 2010. 
  26. ^ Railway Gazette, July 19, 2011: SunRail commuter project funding signed

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