I just saw this press release, the UP is rolling out a new hybrid locomotive . I wonder how this engine compares to the GE 2010 Hybrid that was tested, then forgotten about.
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@cbojanower posted:I just saw this press release, the UP is rolling out a new hybrid locomotive . I wonder how this engine compares to the GE 2010 Hybrid that was tested, then forgotten about.
This is an impressive concept. The video says that the engine will only be used as a yard switcher. I wonder if it can be developed to use as a road unit.
Union Pacific is using the same method that I am using on my battery powered engines. The battery is one unit and the other has the remote control electronics and engines. This is the prototype copying the model. NH Joe
The SD40 series unit still has it's dynamics intact
I would assume that is the powered unit
The SD50/60 cowl bodied unit has a modified 'fuel tank'
I still wish GE had published some info about the Hybrid test. Obviously it didn't meet goals, but I'd like to know what it was capable of. I'm sure that info is considered a corporate secret though.
