Battery-Powered Locomotives ES1000: Innovation in Shunting Technology

A year ago, Express Service delivered two ES1000 battery-powered locomotives to their partners at Softronic, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

The new locomotives are actively used at the plant in Craiova and the depot in Curtici, where they have already covered 1300 km in 10 months, demonstrating their efficiency.

Advantages of Battery-Powered Locomotives

The main advantages of battery-powered shunting locomotives are their cost-efficiency, eco-friendliness, and safety.

Due to their low operational costs and minimal maintenance requirements, these locomotives are becoming increasingly popular across various industries.

Express Service has developed a range of locomotives that run on battery power, making them ideal for use in locomotive and wagon repair shops, industrial enterprises, ports, and terminals.

Technical Specifications of the ES1000

The ES1000 model, one of the most popular in the lineup, has a weight of 25 tons and a nominal power of 60 kW. It can haul up to 1000 tons of cargo at a maximum speed of 8 km/h. The battery capacity is 100 kWh, with a maximum charging time of 5.5 hours. The battery can withstand over 1800 charging cycles, ensuring a long service life for the locomotive.

High Quality and Reliability

The production of the ES1000 utilizes high-quality parts from leading global suppliers.

The locomotives are equipped with remote control systems and can connect to the train’s pneumatic brake system.

The AC motor controllers are equipped with a liquid cooling system, which provides a longer lifespan compared to similar systems from competitors.

Flexibility and Adaptability

Express Service offers its clients the ability to program the electric motor control system according to their needs. This makes the ES locomotives convenient and adaptable for users.

The two-axle battery-powered locomotives can weigh from 9 to 36 tons, with power ranges varying from 12 to 130 kW.

The ES1000 battery-powered locomotives from Express Service represent a modern solution for shunting operations, combining high efficiency, reliability, and eco-friendliness.

Thanks to innovative technologies and high-quality manufacturing, these locomotives are the optimal choice for a wide range of applications, from industrial enterprises to ports and terminals.

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