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News Release from: Power Test | Subject: Model CA2540 chassis dynamometers
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 11 January 2001
New chassis dynamometers for truck
manufacturer
Power Test has delivered two Model CA2540 5-axle, adjustable wheelbase, heavy-duty chassis dynamometers to Oshkosh Trucks for break-in and power verification of every severe-duty vehicle made there
Power Test recently delivered two Model CA2540 5-axle, adjustable wheelbase, heavy-duty chassis dynamometers to Oshkosh Trucks, Oshkosh, WI The dynamometers, multi-axle versions of Power Test's newly developed tandem axle heavy-duty chassis dynamometer Model CF1040, will be used for break-in and power verification of every severe-duty vehicle that comes off the Oshkosh production line after January 1, 2001
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 15 Feb 2000 at 8.00am (UK)
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The CA2540 is rated to 2750 HP and a maximum vehicle weight of 150,000 LBS (30,000 LBS per axle).
The power rating is achieved through the use of (5) independent water brake absorbers, close-coupled to tire friendly 40" diameter rolls.
The dynamometers use a unique mechanism to provide over 46" of automated wheelbase adjustment.
The CA2540 incorporates a version of Power Test's PowerNet dynamometer data acquisition and control software, as well as Power Test's servo-actuated water valve for rapid load changes.
Patterns and test procedures are created using a standard PC.
Once the patterns are created, they are loaded by the operator through the use of a handheld touchscreen from inside the cab of the vehicle.
As with all Power Test products it has been completely designed, manufactured, and assembled at their world headquarters in Menomonee Falls, WI, USA.
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