Rail Operations Group’s new Class 93 tri-mode locomotive has begun testing in Spain.
The milestone was reached when 93001 began being tested at Stadler‘s test facility in Valencia, Spain.
93001 is part of an initial 10 locomotives that will be used across the UK rail network by Rail Operations Group.
ROG says that the locomotives will reduce CO2 emissions for both freight and potential passenger services.
Commenting on the locomotives David Burley, Chief Executive Officer, Rail Operations Group, said “the class 93 fleet with its array of green credentials, will allow us to lead the way in supporting the rail industry in delivery of its decarbonisation targets. Further, with its impressive state-of-the-art specification, the class 93s also allow us to diversify and develop new markets whilst modernising many aspects of UK train operations”.
Responses
The Class 68’s & 88’s DRS loco’s, not ROG
Why are the new Clasx 93 and 99 locos also including the possibility of running on 750v dc?
Why does Rail Operation Group want more locomotives whilst they got the Class 68 and Class 88 that they were manufactured by Stadler.
Rail Operations Group does not have the Class 68’s & 88’s. They are DRS loco’s, with some 68’s loaned out to Chiltern and Transpennine Express.
A good idea, but too complex. If you want a good efficient bi-mode go for a simple diesel bi-mode with variable displacement technology. Variable displacement allows an engine to shutdown cylinders and vary its power output based on the work it’s doing. So with all cylinders active it could be a powerful Type 5, or when light loco is could reduce itself to Type 1. It’s going to be some time before battery technology is appropriate for a freight loco, especially in the restrictive loading gauge here.