Dynamic Brakes
Dynamic Brakes
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What are Dynamic Brakes, how do they work, and why aren't they used anymore? I see the feature in SD40-2 design plans.
Thanks in advance!
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RE: Dynamic Brakes
When you see a diesel locomotive in the consist with one of the big steamer, such as the 4449 trip through Montana last fall, the diesel gets more use as a braking sled than it does as additional motive power.
RE: Dynamic Brakes