On each end of this train is an EMD F59PH, both of which started life on GO Transit in Toronto, Canada. The paint scheme is based on the state flag of North Carolina. The following is borrowed from Wikipedia: The Piedmont or Piedmont Service is a twice-daily passenger train operated by Amtrak and the North Carolina Department of Transportation. Pictures of SCAX 855, Model: F59PH. Title: San Bernadino Yards: Description: SCAX 855: Photo Date: 1/16/2002 Upload Date: 3:53:32 PM: Location. Instructions to build a LEGO® model of a GO Transit liveried EMD F59PH diesel locomotive. The digital instruction book includes instructions to build the locomotive for unpowered, 9V, and Power Functions operation. Also included are sticker graphics to print onto standard self-adhesive label sheets to complete your model. EMD F40PH; Data Sheet Information Compiled by: JEAN-DENIS BACHAND: New: 22 July 2006: Artwork by: Jean-Denis Bachand-Engine Builder: EMD: Engine: 645E3 16 cylinder.

The F59PHI was designed for Amtrak California intercity service and began production in 1994. It is distinguished from the F59PH by its streamlined cab. A total of 83 F59PHIs were built between 1994–2001, primarily for commuter operators.

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Sound Projects

This F59PHI project modeled after a local regional railroad NCDOT. It uses an EMD 710-12 cylinder prime mover and the project includes a custom NCDOT horn.

This is a functional tested version of a project using individual sound recordings for each prime mover notch setting. These prime mover sounds can be played in three modes determined by CV155: automatic, semi-automatic and manual notching. In auto mode, the prime mover notch is determined by the current speed setting, and is adjustable using CV132. In semi-auto mode, the same is true but it is possible to 'throttle up' to higher notches using F11 and F7, if you want your engine to sound like it is working harder. Manual mode offers full control of the notch setting using F11 and F7, so you can throttle down to idle and turn on dynamic braking while coasting downgrade.

Other features available in this project include:

- Automatic grade crossing horn sequence with bell

- Optional highball and backup horn signals while stopped

- Dynamic brakes at speed, or handbrake while stopped

- Automatic coupler sounds when changing direction at low speeds

- Automatic brake squeal sounds when decelerating to a stop

- Manual brake squeal on F9 and moving

• NCDOT F59PHI 1755 and 1797 8 bit project

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The EMD F59PH series of locomotives comprises two variants of locomotives built by EMD, the original F59PH and the newer F59PHI. These modern Diesel-electric locomotives are popular among North American commuter rail services.

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F59PH

The F59PH was the first in the 'F59' Series of locomotives. Eighty-three locomotives were built from May 1988 to May 1994 for two commuter transit railroads, Metrolink of Los Angeles, California, USA and GO Transit of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. While Metrolink continues to use these locomotives today, in 2008, GO Transit began discontinuing operations using this locomotive in favour of the new MPI MP40PH-3C.^[1]:159 Only eight locomotives that were refurbished in 2011 remain in service.

This locomotive is equipped with a turbocharged EMD 12-710G3A, a 12-cylinder, two-stroke Diesel engine (prime mover), front and rear platforms, a full-width cab with a three-piece windshield. Earlier EMD cowl-type locomotives had used a two-piece windshield, while the Canadian comfort cab used a four-piece design.^[1]:159

The F59PH is still used today, mainly on commuter railroads.

Fleet details

F59PHI

The EMD F59PHI is a common diesel-electric locomotive on passenger trains in North America, built originally by General Motors Electro-Motive Division (EMD), now built by the successor company, Electro-Motive Diesel, which is owned by Progress Rail Services, itself a division of Caterpillar.

First built in 1994, the locomotive is a 3,200 hp (2.4 MW) B-B diesel-electric locomotive intended for service on North American mainlines.^[2] This locomotive is equipped with a turbocharged EMD 12-710G3C-EC, a 12-cylinder, 2 stroke diesel engine (prime mover). The main (traction) alternator converts mechanical energy from the prime mover into electrical energy that is distributed through a high voltage cabinet to direct current traction motors. Each of the four traction motors is directly geared to a pair of driving wheels. The gear ratio of the traction motors (model D87BTR) to wheel axle determines the maximum operating speed of the locomotive; a standard F59PHI has a gear ratio of 56:21 which provides a top speed of 110 miles per hour (180 km/h).

The F59PHI has a fully enclosed carbody which provides protected walkways for easy access to the engine room and trailing units. This arrangement allows routine maintenance while the locomotive is in service. The noteworthy aspect of this locomotive's exterior is the use of composites to present a streamlined appearance.^[2]

To supply electrical power for passenger service, the F59PHI is equipped with a secondary electrical generator referred to as the Head End Power (HEP) unit. The head-end generator generates AC power at 480 V, 60 Hz AC, and can be rated between 500 and 750 kW (670 and 1,010 hp) to provide power to the passenger carriages for lighting, electric heating, and air conditioning. The head-end generator is powered by a second diesel engine dedicated to it. With this arrangement, the prime mover is not burdened by head-end power generation and consequently is used solely for supplying tractive effort.

When it debuted for Caltrans in late 1994, the F59PHI was the first locomotive in the United States which met California's stringent emission standards.^[2]

Examples of the F59PHI are currently operated by these companies:

• Amtrak (Amtrak Cascades, all Amtrak California routes and Piedmont)
• North County Transit District (Coaster)
• Sound Transit (Sounder Commuter Rail)

Accidents and incidents

On February 24, 2015, Metrolink locomotive #870 was pushing (the locomotive was located at the rear) a passenger train that struck a vehicle obstructing the line at Oxnard, California and was derailed. One person was killed and 29 were injured.

See also

F59phi

References

1. ↑ ^1.01.1Solomon, Brian (2011). Modern Diesel Power. Voyageur Press.<templatestyles src='Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css'></templatestyles>
2. ↑ ^2.02.12.2'F59PHI debuts in California'. Railway Age – via HighBeam Research(subscription required). December 1, 1994. Retrieved 2012-12-27.Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)<templatestyles src='Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css'></templatestyles>

Further reading

Metrolink F59ph

• Marre, Louis A.; Withers, Paul K. (2000). The Contemporary Diesel Spotter’s Guide. Halifax, Pennsylvania: Withers Publishing. pp. 112–114. ISBN1-881411-25-7. LCCN99069543.<templatestyles src='Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css'></templatestyles>

Emd F59phi In Primer Paint Pictures