SteveT Wrote:
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> In light of the discussions regarding trains
> operating in mountain regions and cold climates, I
> was curious if any railroads have experimented
> with auxillary braking units?
>
> I'm thinking along the lines of a slug unit that
> would have both dynamic braking technology plus an
> air compressor with an extra large air reservoir
> that would provide additional air supply capacity
> to the train brake system.
Perhaps I'm not understanding your question, but here's an explanation of what DPU does. The train in question had two DPU units; one cut into the train and one on the rear.
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