LOCOTROL® Distributed Power System

LOCOTROL® Distributed Power System

Optimize the distribution of motive power and brake control within an entire train.

• Increases train hauling capacity: Enables longer and heavier trains. Increases throughput and capacity. Up to 4 radio controlled remote locomotives per consist
• Improves train handling
• Reduces train stopping distances, stopping times: 22% reduction on stopping distances and times
• Reduces brake pipe charging time: 60% lower brake pipe charging time
• Reduces rail/wheel wear: 80% less rail & wheel wear in curves
• Interfaces w/ almost every type of braking & train control
• Improves fuel efficiency, depending on territory
• (Optional) Tower control for loading/unloading: At mines and ports with slow speed control
• (Optional) Message Repeaters: to improved radio coverage in trouble areas