G-volution and SBL-Rail have developed concepts for repowering class 66 diesel locomotives with new dual-fuel engines that could cut carbon emissions by up to 81%. Robert Preston spoke to G-volution research director, Shimon Shapiro.
Dual-fuel concepts to decarbonise British rail freight
G-volution and SBL-Rail have developed concepts for repowering class 66 diesel locomotives with new dual-fuel engines that could cut carbon emissions by up to 81%. Robert Preston spoke to G-volution research director, Shimon Shapiro.
The proposed modifications involve equipping a class 66 with biogas cylinders and a smaller diesel engine.
Categories: Freight
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