GE Transportation rolled out Indian Railways’ first Evolution Series locomotive, following nearly two months of test and validation. The ES43ACmi (Indian Railways’ class – WDG4G) locomotive, painted in a distinctive red and yellow pattern, is the first of 1,000 diesel freight locomotives that GE Transportation will deliver to Indian Railways as part of a USD 2.5 billion order.
The ES43ACmi locomotive is one of two models GE Transportation is building for Indian Railways as part of the order. It’s a dual-cab locomotive with a 4,500-horsepower engine. GE Transportation is preparing to ship the locomotive in a few weeks. It is expected to arrive in India later this year. The second locomotive, model ES57ACi, features a 6,000-horsepower engine. It is currently in the design phase and will begin production later this year. These new locomotives are part of the Government of India’s Public Private Partnership program to modernize the country’s rail infrastructure.
“This new ES43ACmi locomotive is the ideal solution for Indian Railways’ modernization efforts. The design is based on our Evolution Series locomotives. It will provide greatly improved fuel efficiency and emissions compared to Indian Railways’ existing non-Evolution Series fleet,” said Yuvbir Singh, Vice President of Global Locomotive Operations for GE Transportation.
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