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Electro-Diesel V6

A mildly cursed hybrid of the Electric V8 and Diesel DG, the dual-mode Electro-Diesel V6 locomotive was a rather unique concept for its day. Equipped with a diesel-electric powertrain and prime mover as well as full electrical equipment for running on overhead wires, the V6 offered notable operational flexibility. When on electrified track, the locomotive could be run with the diesel engine idling or shut down, or use it in addition to the overhead electrical energy for additional power. When not on electrified track, the locomotive could be run exclusively on its diesel engine in much the same manner as a conventional diesel-electric locomotive.

An auxiliary unit, designated the V6B, was also available as a purely-electric booster unit. The V6B was not equipped with a diesel engine but had an additional three powered axles, offering a lighter alternative to a second lead unit when on electrified track, particularly if steep grades were involved.

The locomotive was ultimately unsuccessful, as its complex dual-mode power system was notably failure-prone and the weight and size limitations of two independent power systems meant that neither were able to perform as effectively as their more conventional diesel or electric counterparts. The V6 ultimately was little more than a curious blend of two distinct locomotive types, with inferior performance compared to conventional locomotives of either type.


This was based off of a general idea I had been toying with for the past few months, namely "what if I cut the V8 in half?". It ended up being a little closer to two-thirds of the unit (for both the A and B, as a matter of fact), hence why this is called the V6 and not the V4. I modified the rear of the DG's carbody to create a new squared-off end for the V6, and I think it turned out quite nicely.

This locomotive is available in all four of the default V8 liveries (Companhia Paulista Phase I and II, FEPASA Phase II, and RFFSA), as well as a custom livery variant (demonstrated in the FEPASA Phase I colors). The latter (FEPASA Phase I) is the only one that can be duplicated or re-liveried, as it is the only version with support for custom image textures (see note below).

Custom Light 1: Rear Headlight
Custom Light 2: Nose Door (V6A only)

Gaugepunk (V8 and DG meshes, textures)

Do not redistribute this mod or any of its assets without my express permission.

Permission is not required for liveries, spec edits, etc. as long as they are posted as Train Mod Liveries.
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A note on custom liveries:
The UV layouts for the V6A and V6B (FEPASA Phase I variants only) are modified from the layout for the official custom-livery V8, meaning that most liveries for the V8 can be converted fairly easily to fit the V6. The required modifications should be reasonably evident once the V6's UV maps are consulted, which are available for download here[drive.google.com].