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GP-45-TGX (Base Model)

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Both GP-45-TGX models (Base & ExCool) are the production models based on the GP-40-TGX prototypes built for use by the Arcade & Attica after the Freedom Central's hostile takeover.

The GP-45-TGX (Base) model features FCR's FIRE-3i (F.I.R.E., Phase III - Isolated) with a re-enforced crashplate forming the front panel of the cab. The front door has been moved to the very front of the cab nose in imitation of the Norfolk Southern "Crescent" cabs. Unlike the NS version, the FIRE-3i cab molds the door around the front crease. This door is also re-enforced with special steel stiffeners. For railroads with the desire, Freedom Central has specified the specifications for this cab to include titanium crash frame members to be available for cab re-enforcement.

The onboard systems include FCR's custom LCARS (Locomotive Computer Control, Communications, Authorities & Restrictions System) as the primary crew interface and PTC system. Stephen's Railcar provides their MAXXTRAX-X(v2.0) advanced Adhesion Control software for the locomotives' traction system including the AC traction motors and inverters. MaxxTrax-2X also controls the dynamic braking system as well.

In addition to PTC, the locomotives also feature FCR's trademarked "EcoSlug™" system which allows sets of MU'ed engines to dynamically allocate different units as slugs in a consist. Also, in conjunction with M.U.v2, the EcoSlug control system can dynamically re-rate the engines through modifications to the fuel-rack software, this in conjunction with the dynamic slug operation makes for massive fuel savings possibilities in road-switcher operations. The locomotives also feature "GoldSpike™" wireless multiple-unit technology.

The basic model has a basic design option, allowing for the dynamic brake grid to be placed directly behind the cab or at the tail end of the carbody. This modular option allows for placing the dynamics away from the train crew for freight operations or further away from the coupler for passenger operations. This also means the traction motor inverters can be placed in either location. This also opens much of the carbody up for alternative technologies such as a dynamic energy recapture system (hybrid); HEP engine; extended fuel capacity; HEP fuel cells; or some other as yet unknown application. Due to the increased heat generated by hydrogen combustion, the base model is only capable of accepting a 12-cylinder 3,400hp 710HX engine, but can use the 12-cylinder 801 diesel engine rated for 4,300hp.


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