Fan Railer Posted July 31, 2013 Share #1 Posted July 31, 2013 http://www.amtrak.com/ccurl/530/930/Amtrak-Siemens-Locomotive-Testing-ATK-13-081.pdf PUEBLO, Colo. – The new Amtrak Cities Sprinter (ACS-64) electric locomotives are now in a comprehensive and rigorous testing program, and are being put through the paces before entering Northeast service this fall. Today, Amtrak President and CEO Joe Boardman, Federal Railroad Administrator Joseph Szabo and Siemens Rail Systems President Michael Cahill traveled to the U.S Department of Transportation (DOT) Transportation Technology Center (TTC) facility in Pueblo, Colo., to get an update on the testing program and to observe a testing demonstration. “These locomotives are the new workhorses of the Amtrak fleet in the Northeast and they must meet our performance-based specifications and reliability needs so we can keep the region’s people and economy moving,” said Boardman. Two locomotives are at the TTC facility to undergo a series of tests, including maximum speed runs, acceleration and braking, operating with Amtrak passenger coach cars attached and testing the overall performance capabilities of the locomotive. Engineers are also validating the on-board computer system and software, as well as evaluate ride quality by using instruments to measure things such as noise and wheel vibrations. A variety of additional tests and validation exercises are being conducted as part of the commissioning process to ensure the locomotive is operating and performing as designed and that it is ready to provide reliable service for Amtrak passengers. “Safety is our number one priority,” said Szabo. “Today’s testing regime demonstrates the extraordinary safety standards FRA requires manufacturers and railroads to meet when building passenger rail equipment. One in seven Americans lives along the Northeast Corridor and as demand for passenger rail service continues to grow across the country, we will continue to ensure that rail equipment is safe, reliable and efficient.” In addition to the robust testing regime at TTC, a third locomotive will run field tests on the Northeast and Keystone Corridors this summer and be used for training Amtrak locomotive engineers and mechanical crews. A fourth locomotive will be tested in a climate-controlled chamber to determine how well it performs in extreme heat and cold temperatures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfs NJT459 Posted August 1, 2013 Share #2 Posted August 1, 2013 Wow, that was fast Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan Railer Posted August 2, 2013 Author Share #3 Posted August 2, 2013 I also found two new videos apparently from someone who has access at Pueblo. - Flyby video - Video of info screen showing acceleration with 8 amfleets from stop to 125 mph. I find the comments from the crew about the engine being "too quiet" amusing. #thatsthewayitshouldbe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minato ku Posted August 6, 2013 Share #4 Posted August 6, 2013 Nice. 125 mph is the top speed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ MC Posted August 6, 2013 Share #5 Posted August 6, 2013 Nice. 125 mph is the top speed? For passenger service, yes. It can go 135mph in non-revenue service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan Railer Posted August 10, 2013 Author Share #6 Posted August 10, 2013 Reports have it that 602 has begun testing down in Wilmington on the NEC. 0-125 mph in 3/4 of a mile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan Railer Posted August 11, 2013 Author Share #7 Posted August 11, 2013 - 603 through Martinez. Start watching at 3:00. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan Railer Posted February 5, 2014 Author Share #8 Posted February 5, 2014 ACS-64 600 is to debut in revenue service on Friday, February 8th, on train 171 from BOS to WAS. Keep your eyes open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfs NJT459 Posted February 6, 2014 Share #9 Posted February 6, 2014 Joe Biden was at 30th Street Station to unveil the new locohttp://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/traffic/transit/Biden-Amtrak-30th-Street-Station-243960611.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missabassie Posted February 8, 2014 Share #10 Posted February 8, 2014 It's time to get rid of those nasty-ass amfleet already... Putting new locos with old carriages is sooo dated... the 1950 are gone, get modern! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BM5 via Woodhaven Posted February 9, 2014 Share #11 Posted February 9, 2014 I saw 600 today at NYP, and 602 was at Sunnyside Yard (if I got the locomotive # right). So the order is coming in slowly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BreeddekalbL Posted February 10, 2014 Share #12 Posted February 10, 2014 I saw 600 today at NYP, and 602 was at Sunnyside Yard (if I got the locomotive # right). So the order is coming in slowly. if im not mistaken they are up to 606 but stopped due to a window issue follow the whole thread there http://discuss.amtraktrains.com/index.php?/topic/55208-acs-64-heads-up/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTA Bus Posted February 10, 2014 Share #13 Posted February 10, 2014 According to the Amtrak Train tracker, 600 is due to arrive at Penn Station at 1:01 P.M Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan Railer Posted February 10, 2014 Author Share #14 Posted February 10, 2014 From Rendon: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan Railer Posted February 11, 2014 Author Share #15 Posted February 11, 2014 Laying on the horn: From bustitution Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan Railer Posted February 23, 2014 Author Share #16 Posted February 23, 2014 Finally, I get the chance to catch her myself at Newark Liberty International Airport Station. Here she is in all of her glory: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missabassie Posted February 23, 2014 Share #17 Posted February 23, 2014 Whaddya mean HER?! This be a MAN'S train. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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