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ABTH 103.6.4B

When do you make the final brake pipe reduction?


  1. Once speed is below 20 MPH
  2. As the train comes to a stop
  3. Once speed is below dynamic brake range
  4. Before making the split reductions
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ABTH 103.6.4B


Answer: As the train comes to a stop
Feedback:
The final brake pipe reduction should result in the brake pipe pressure exhausting as the train comes to a stop. Setting air as the train is coming to a stop prevents a run-out of slack. Remember: Do not actuate on the final reduction since you want the locomotive brakes to apply.