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The C415 was produced alongside the C636 as an all-purpose switcher. Using a troublesome engine configuration, as well as having many design flaws, not many were produced and as a result, there are only a handful left around, and fewer running.

PT-Specific Information 

General Info -
Prime Mover ALCO 8-251F
Horsepower 1500
Truck Type Alco Hi-Ad B (1)
Axles 4
Traction Motors 4
Minimum Weight 240,000 lbs
Maximum Weight 272,000 lbs
Model Base Speed 67 MPH
Top Speed 67, 75, 79, or 84 MPH

Electrical System -
Generator Max Current 3600 Amps
Max Traction Motor (TM) Current 1800 Amps
Max Continuous TM Current 1195 Amps
Traction Motor Type DC
Factor of Adhesion 29% (1)
Transition Mode Automatic with Selector
Transition Groups 2, 2, 1, 1
Transition Shunts 1, 0.5, 1, 0.5
Generator Transition No
Traction Control APR
Dynamic Braking (DB) Mode (if used) Mechanical Blowers @ 50%
DB Max Current 830 Amps ⚠
DB Max Continuous Current 830 Amps ⚠
Blended Braking No

Miscellaneous -
Head-End Power (HEP) No
HEP Power Consumption N/A
HEP Standby/Run Mode N/A
Load Ramp Speed 10 Amps/Tick
TM Overload Protection No
Starter Mode Latched Primer, Manual Start
Air Brake Schedule 26-L
Compressor CFM 225 (Wabco 3CDC @ 1000 RPM)
Main Reservoir Volume 35.2 Cubic Feet

Notes

⚠: Not Verified or Educated Guess

(1): C415s could be bought on AAR Type Bs, AAR Type As, and Blomberg Bs, lowering the adhesion to 25%.