Leasing firm Alpha Trains has booked 15 Vectron Dual Mode locomotives from Siemens Mobility for adding cars to its roster and catching growing orders for hybrid railroad technology within Europe.

This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Alpha Trains Expands Fleet with New Vectron Dual Mode Locomotives
Photo: Siemens

Vectron Dual Mode for Increased Leasing Efficiency and Better Operation Efficiency

Alpha Trains continues to be amongst the top rolling stock lessors for Europe, and the new order reaffirms its approach for upgrading its fleet.

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Vectron Dual Mode is a dual mode of diesel and electric traction, suited for operators of partially electrified routes.

This flexibility makes it possible for the customers of Alpha Trains to employ a single type of locomotive for entire routes, such that there is no interchanging between diesel and electrical models.

Consequently, operators cut costs while elevating the long-term effectiveness of leased property.

Siemens Mobility will keep the new locomotives under a 2023 service contract, which will make them reliable and performant throughout their life cycle.

Manufacturing shall be carried out at Siemens Munich-Allach plant, where the complete Vectron family is produced.

Vectron Dual Mode Adheres to Europe’s Sustainability Initiatives

Each Vectron Dual Mode produces 2.4 MW at electrical power at DC bus, and 2 MW at diesel, at up to 160 km/h. This flexibility allows operators to shift towards Cleaner Freight and Industrial Operations.

The hybrid traction system saves energy and reduces CO₂ emissions because electricity is available for use wherever feasible. This is in line with the EU’s environmental goals and decarbonization. Alpha

Trains hopes that such new hybrid locomotives will create interest at the customers for new-age, flexible leasing solutions. Siemens Mobility, consequently, fortifies its position as a market leader in innovative and environmentally efficient trail track technology.

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What is Vectron Dual Mode?

It is a hybrid locomotive from Siemens Mobility that can operate on either electric power or diesel, reducing emissions and operating costs.

Why did Alpha Trains choose Vectron Dual Mode?

The company aims to provide its clients with flexible locomotives suitable for various infrastructure types, improving efficiency and sustainability.

How does Vectron Dual Mode help the environment?

It lowers diesel usage and CO₂ emissions, supporting the European Union’s shift toward cleaner and more sustainable rail transport.

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