Green switch engine

News-in-print 1 Aug 2003 by WCN Editorial

A low emissions, hybrid shunting locomotive from Canada-based RailPower is on trial with port switch operator Pacific Harbor Line in Los Angeles.

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The 127 tonne shunter is claimed to cut smog-precursor NOx and PM by 80-90 per cent when compared to conventional 2000 hp (1500 kW) locomotives. It also reduces diesel fuel use by 50 percent and is exceptionally quiet.

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A low emissions, hybrid shunting locomotive from Canada-based RailPower is on trial with port switch operator Pacific Harbor Line in Los Angeles.

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