Further modifications to a class 46 locomotive as a traction adhesion measurement facility (TM-TBC-020)

During 1985 and 1986, wheel/rail force/creep characteristics in traction were measured using British Rail Research locomotive 97403. The conversion of this vehicle from a standard Class 46 locomotive is described in Reference 1. The single test axle (axle 2) had its motor armature fed from the main generator. The...