The remanufactured locomotives have AC traction motors, which are far more durable and reliable than the DC traction motors in Metra’s older locomotives.
The total cost for all six locomotive conversions, which will be performed in Patterson, Georgia, is $34.6 million.
Together with the initial order of 75 locomotives in 2018, the 125 diesel-electric units are a part of Amtrak’s sustainability initiative.
The black-and-yellow locomotive commemorates the 50th anniversary of Operation Lifesaver, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing railroad safety education and awareness nationwide.
“Tier 4” is the most stringent designation from the EPA for engines to dramatically reduce emissions.
The new dual-power locomotives will meet current EPA Tier IV requirements, reducing emissions when operating in diesel mode and running emission-free when operating in electric mode.
The Bombardier ALP-45A locomotives will replace some of the older PL-42AC series diesel locomotives in the agency’s fleet.
As it does every year, the agency searched for ways to control or reduce its operating costs to head off the need for a fare increase.
The program consists of completely rebuilding and refurbishing the F40 models with additional upgrades.
In a statement from the U.S. DOT, implementation jumped from 24% to 30% for passenger rail and 16% to 83% for freight.
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