CN with a hybrid engine pilot project
A 3,200 medium horsepower hybrid locomotive developed in collaboration with the manufacturer Knoxville Locomotive Works (KLW) is now in action in a Canadian National railway (CN) pilot project.
The unit is built on the traditional low-horsepower locomotive model that CN operates in yards and branch lines. It includes a modern control system and increased horsepower by up to 60%, which is powered by a 2.4 MWh 700 hp battery-diesel engine that’s 100% biofuel ready.
The hybrid system targets a 50% reduction in fuel consumption, compared to a typical locomotive used in similar operations today. The hybrid locomotive will be deployed in CN yards and branch lines. Testing also includes operations in cold weather conditions in western Canada. (ben)