21.04.2020
Artikel Nummer: 31661
New locomotives to haul coal in Indonesia
Progress Rail in the USA has signed a contract with PT Kereta Indonesia (PT KAI) for 36 new freight locomotives that will expand the Indonesian railway operator’s existing GT Series fleet. The new traction will go into service for PT KAI’s South Sumatra coal haulage operations and join more than 50 other GT38AC locomotives already operating in this service since 2011.
The ordered EMD GT38AC model was designed specifically for Southeastern Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa environments. The locomotive features an 8-cylinder EMD710 engine and durable AC traction, along with a cab and car body designed for improved visibility. Progress Rail anticipates delivery of the locomotives in late 2021. (ben)