This is the Kuju GE ES44AC, ES44C4, and ES44AH Modification pack. (TS2020 Update)

In order to utilize this freeware physics upgrade, you must have purchased the "US Loco & Asset Pack" available at Steam: http://store.steampowered.com/app/208306/

This is a freeware pack; in no way is it to be used for commercial purposes. You are free, however to further modify the physics enhancements found in this pack for personal use if you so choose.

Included are new K5HL horn (Matt Gorres) and e-bell (me) recordings.

The purpose of this pack is to adjust the locomotive weight, motor amperage limits, and traction and braking effort values for more realistic operation.

This pack includes additional physics sets for the standard ES44AC, ES44C4, and high adhesion ES44AH. More details below.

NOTE: This TS2020 update removes the need to manually switch between physics sets. Simply look for the proper locomotive title in the consist editor or scenario editor. Title will have "Kuju" in the name.

General Parameter Change Log:
1. Changed HUD ammeter function so that it displays tractive/braking effort in thousands of pounds. This means that if the HUD ammeter reads "157 Amps", the locomotive is putting out 157,000 lbs of tractive effort. Conversely, if the HUD ammeter reads "-34.52 Amps", the locomotive is putting out 34,520 lbs of dynamic braking effort.
2. Adjusted tractive effort ratings and curves for individual locomotive variants based on the specifications listed below.
3. Adjusted dynamic brake effort ratings and curves for individual locomotive variants based on the specifications listed below.


Specific horsepower and tractive effort ratings used in calculation for individual locomotive variants:
1. GE ES44AC High Adhesion (GE GEVO-12; 4700 GHP)
	a. Starting tractive effort of 198,000 lbs (880.8 kN) up to 7.519 mph.
	b. Traction horsepower at wheel is 4,390 hp (3,276.12 kW); efficiency rating of 93.4%.
	c. Max Dynamic Brake effort of 117,000 lbs (520.442 kN) from 16.51 mph to 3 mph; linear fade from that speed to 0 lbs @ 1 mph.
	d. Dynamic Brake horsepower at wheel is 5,145.6 hp (3,840 kW).
	e. Increased weight of 195.954 metric tons (432,000.1884 lbs).
	f. Maximum speed of 75 mph.
	g. Fuel consumption @ notch 8 is 210 gallons per hour.

2. GE ES44AC Standard Adhesion (GE GEVO-12; 4700 GHP)
	a. Starting tractive effort of 180,000 lbs (800.68 kN) up to 8.2714 mph.
	b. Traction horsepower at wheel is 4,390 hp (3,276.12 kW); efficiency rating of 93.4%.
	c. Max Dynamic Brake effort of 117,000 lbs (520.442 kN) from 16.51 mph to 3 mph; linear fade from that speed to 0 lbs @ 1 mph.
	d. Dynamic Brake horsepower at wheel is 5,145.6 hp (3,840 kW).
	e. Increased weight of 188.7 metric tons (416,008.02 lbs).
	f. Maximum speed of 75 mph.
	g. Fuel consumption @ notch 8 is 210 gallons per hour.
	h. Units numbered 5718-5747

3. GE ES44C4 (GE GEVO-12; 4700 GHP)
	a. Starting tractive effort of 144,000 lbs (640.544 kN) up to 11.44 mph.
	b. Traction horsepower at wheel is 4,390 hp (3,276.12 kW); efficiency rating of 93.4%.
	c. Max Dynamic Brake effort of 78,000 lbs (346.962 kN) from 25.085 mph to 3 mph; linear fade from that speed to 0 lbs @ 1 mph.
	d. Dynamic Brake horsepower at wheel is 5,212.6 hp (3,890 kW).
	e. Set weight @ 126 metric tons (277,779.6 lbs). This is to simulate the total lowered axle load on the powered axles, since the core game code only differentiates powered trucks from non-powered trucks, and not powered axles from non-powered axles.
	f. Maximum speed of 75 mph.
	g. Fuel consumption @ notch 8 is 210 gallons per hour.
	h. Units numbered 8018-8047


IMPORTANT; Install Instructions

1. Locate the following directory: (C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\SteamApps\common\RailWorks\Assets\Kuju\RailsimulatorUS)
2. Open Railworks_Kuju_GE_ES44AC_&_ES44C4_&_ES44AH_Physics_Mod_Pack.rar
2a. Before proceeding to step 3, make sure your "Kuju" folder is NOT set to "read only". You can change the folder settings using the properties function. IF the "Kuju" folder is read only, the files will not overwrite existing files when you attempt step 3.
3. Drag the file folder from the .rar in step 2 into the directory you opened in step 1. Overwrite if asked.
4. The installation should be complete. Run TS2020 to check.

Thank you for downloading and installing.
Enjoy =)