Air/Braking Systems

[Driver068]

Hello all,

I'm currently a train driver and the main trains i drive are DMUs. Im wondering if there are any books, publications or even traction manuals i can obtain copies of to assist me in my knowledge of the air/braking systems i currently use. Ive been driver a while so there is a little grey area when it comes to traction. Company dont issue traction manuals and the information i recieved through training seems basic so makes me think if im missing anythong. So im wonder if there is anything out there that may assist my knowledge.

Many thanks

 

[Ashley Hill]

Brake type sometimes differs between classes. What units do you work on? Here’s what Wiki says about the Westcode brake system.

Electro-pneumatic brake system on British railway trains - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

 

[Ashley Hill]

Also this book is an invaluable read and a mine of information. Not much good for very modern traction but will give you a good understanding of basic principles. There are several available online.

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