M636 - MagnumMacKivler/RLCPT2 GitHub Wiki
The M636 was the 3600 horsepower offering on the M-Line's six-axle universal chassis, Alco/MLW's attempt at standardizing their different models of locomotive. As the mid-range offering, it saw many sales from Canadian and Australian railroads; Even though it was the most produced of all the M-Line it had one significant flaw, insufficient cooling, causing a few railroads to downrate them in their first lives. In the current day, there are many M636s left in revenue service, being one of the most powerful units an Alco/MLW shortline can buy.
PT-Specific Information
| General Info | - |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | ALCO 16-251F |
| Horsepower | 3600 |
| Truck Type | Dofasco Hi-Ad (1) |
| Axles | 6 |
| Traction Motors | 6 |
| Minimum Weight | 360,000 lbs |
| Maximum Weight | 420,000 lbs |
| Model Base Speed | 70 MPH |
| Top Speed | 70, 75, 79, 84, or 93 |
| Electrical System | - |
|---|---|
| Generator Max Current | 5400 Amps |
| Max Traction Motor (TM) Current | 1800 Amps |
| Max Continuous TM Current | 1195 Amps |
| Traction Motor Type | DC |
| Factor of Adhesion | 29% |
| Transition Mode | Automatic with Selector |
| Transition Groups | 2, 1 |
| Transition Shunts | 1, 1 |
| Generator Transition | No |
| Traction Control | APR + Sand |
| 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 | 247.5 (Wabco 3CDC @ 1100 RPM) |
| Main Reservoir Volume | 35.9 Cubic Feet |
Notes
(1): A small amount of Australian M-Liners were built with Alco's three-axle Hi-Ad truck.
⚠: Not Verified or Educated Guess