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Posted: May 12 2013 (12:02)
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May 12 2013 (12:02) 12628/Karnataka Express (PT) | BYPL/Baiyyappanahalli (2 PFs)
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Few points why KK is hauled by twin locos...
1.The most common reason is the need for additional motive power when a single locomotive is unable to haul the train due to uphill grades, excessive train weight, or a combination of the two.
2.Double-heading is also used on passenger trains when one locomotive could suffice but would not be fast enough to maintain the schedule.
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1.The most common reason is the need for additional motive power when a single locomotive is unable to haul the train due to uphill grades, excessive train weight, or a combination of the two.
2.Double-heading is also used on passenger trains when one locomotive could suffice but would not be fast enough to maintain the schedule.
3.More...
more...
Normally, all the locos are capable of hauling the train having more than 21 coaches but for maintaining the break pressure, two locos are required. This is being done away with new WDP/WAP locos which can haul upto 24 coaches with single engine since it is having superior breaking power.