In Indonesia, the first new Progress Rail GT38AC locomotives have entered commercial service, increasing cargo capacity and network efficiency throughout the country’s railway system. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

New Progress Rail Locomotives Delivered to Indonesia
Photo: Progress Rail

Indonesia Railways New Locomotive Deliveries

In July Indonesia first received a fleet of 13 GT38AC locomotives built in the US at the Progress Rail plant in Muncie. The first two units are already in service, following testing and adjustments.

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The GT38AC was developed for use in Southeast Asia and Africa. This six-axle, 1,067 mm-gauge locomotive provides 1 490 kW of power and 450 kN of tractive effort, which is perfect for pulling heavy freight trains.

The Future of Rail Transport in Indonesia

In 2024, the national operator PT KAI ordered 54 more locomotives with a worth of 222.4 million dollars. From 2011 to 2021, the company already possessed 91 units of the model.

The replacements for these older G26MC-2U series, built by EMD from 1986 to 2008. In the same breath it announced that the GT38AC meets Tier 3 emissions standards and can run on a biofuel-diesel blend.

Why are the new Progress Rail locomotives good for Indonesia?

They are high-power and efficiency as well as able to haul heavy freight trains and are in compliance with the most up-to-date environmental standards, thus reinforcing the sustainability of Indonesia’s rail system.

How many locomotives mad Indonesia purchased in 2024?

In 2024, PT KAI had ordered more than 50 Progress Rail GT38AC locomotives for a total price of $222.4 million.

When did the first trains run in Indonesia?

The first of two pilot locomotives was delivered in July and two locomotives have entered service after adjustments.

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