The battery locomotives were originally built by Brush Traction in the UK in 1996-1997

The Hong Kong-based company MTR Corp has awarded a £12 million contract to Wabtec for the modernization of 25 Mk3 battery locomotives. The main objective is to enhance their performance and extend their service life by at least 15 years. This is reported by Railway Supply, citing Railway Gazette as the source.

The locomotives will be modernized in Hong Kong under the supervision of Wabtec’s British and local offices.

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The project includes upgrading the existing control electronics and generator control units, replacing charging unit modules, and installing a data logger for comprehensive diagnostic monitoring.

It is expected that the first locomotive will be modernized by 2024.

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