Pakistan Railways to get Diesel -Hybrid Locomotives ( Engine)

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 Pakistan Railways (PR) will soon get 25 diesel-electric hybrid locomotives. The department will replace old engines with new, environmentally friendly ones in an effort towards ensuring environmental preservation.


PR plans to do so in the next three years with a budget of Rs. 14 billion. According to an official, the department currently has 51 locomotives in service. The plan is to eventually replace all locomotives with diesel-hybrid ones to save fuel and maintenance costs, as well as the environment.


A report further details that the new locomotives will have 2,000-2,500 horsepower as well as better fuel economy. They will also be easier to maintain and operate compared to the old engines. The Federal Government has also earmarked Rs. 2.3 billion to set up a repair facility for about 100 diesel-hybrid locomotives.



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