A hybrid train is a locomotive, railcar or train that uses an onboard rechargeable energy storage system (RESS), placed between the power source (often a diesel engine prime mover) and the traction transmission system connected to the wheels.

The first of six cutting-edge hybrid battery-electric locomotives designed and built by Union Pacific Railroad and its partner ZTR, a leading rail technology company, will undergo extensive testing next month in a Union Pacific facility and rail yard.

2022年10月6日 · Union Pacific Railroad and ZTR, a green technology company and leader in locomotive control systems, today announced a partnership to build hybrid-electric locomotives.

2023年11月17日 · Hybrid technology combing hydrogen fuel cells (HFC) and batteries may be a viable means to obtain high power ratings for main line North American locomotives, which for a very long time have lagged their electric counterparts on other heavy-haul …

Hybrid locomotives adopt a diesel engine and battery power as a power source, with three driving modes and three charging modes. In 2005, the ‘Green Goat’ Locomotive, delivered by the Ganada Railway Power Technology Company, was the first hybrid locomotive in the world.

The locomotives, which will run as “Mother-Slug” units, work much like today’s plug-in hybrid car, capable of operating in multiple modes including single engine, battery-assisted or electric only.

2025年1月16日 · MONTREAL – Canadian National today unveiled its first new medium horsepower hybrid electric locomotive, a Q19-2.4GH developed in collaboration with Knoxville Locomotive Works. The 3,200 horsepower unit, No. 7100, includes a modern control system and is powered by a 2.4MWh-700HP battery-diesel engine that is 100% biofuel ready.

Union Pacific introduces North America's first hybrid locomotive, blending diesel and battery power. Designed in partnership with ZTR, this prototype aims for 80% less fuel consumption.

The Toshiba hybrid locomotive is a track shunting diesel-electric locomotive that has a high-performance electric storage device and a small diesel engine as the motive power source used together. It has largely reduced environmental impact along ...

2024年5月2日 · The first of six hybrid battery-electric locomotives designed and built by Union Pacific Railroad and rail technology company ZTR will undergo extensive testing next month in a UP facility and...