Direct Rail Services (DRS) has presented its first dual-mode Class 88 locomotives, 88002, with tests completed in Czech Republic. The Class 88 is another technical innovation from DRS for the provision of superior traction equipment for UK operation, which will result in a step change for delivery of freight and passenger services.
A further development of the Class 68 platform, the Class 88 is a “Dual Mode” locomotive combining both 25kv Electric and Diesel Electric operating modes.
Direct Rail Services have purchased ten new state of the art Class 88 dual powered locomotives from Stadler Rail, in partnership with Beacon Rail Leasing Limited.
“During UKDual test campaign in Velim, two main goals have been covered. First, we have focused to perform all test related to homologation purposes by using the capabilities of Velim test center. As second goal, we have tested and adjusted locomotive performances as traction control in different conditions, diesel engine and electrical power management, by hauling a train of 1500Tons and an ER20 locomotive,” Stadler says.
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