Class 18 locomotives were delivered to White Moore prior to GB Railfreight, which will undergo a three-month trial on Beacon Rail Lease.
The Class 18 Hybrid + locomotive was delivered on February 1st and is being used as a switcher as part of the latest addition to the GBRf locomotive.
Looking to the future of its system, GBRf uses these shunt locomotives to enable low-noise, emission-free shunts on railroad tracks, marshalling yards, and depots.
Manufactured by Clayton Equipment Ltd, Class 18 is powered via an onboard battery that allows zero-emission operation when rechargeable, or a regenerative braking system.
In the event of range issues, you can start an efficient Stage V compliant engine to extend the locomotive's run time. Class 18 hybrid + shunt locomotive
Photo provider: GBRf
David Golding, Asset Director at GB Railfreight, said: In the future, we will provide a wide range of sustainable benefits that can significantly reduce the environmental impact of our business. "
Rob Dee, Beacon's Chief Commercial Officer, said: This is an important milestone in our delivery program and we look forward to working with GB Railfreight during the trial period. This locomotive provides customers with a more environmentally friendly and sustainable option for UK rail freight in the light of its goal of reducing emissions. "
Class 18 hybrid + shunt locomotive
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Clive Hannaford, Managing Director of Clayton Equipment, said: In a rapidly changing environment with decarbonization goals, low emissions, new technologies, and growing demand for more capacity, the Clayton Equipment Hybrid + CBD90 enables investment in new technologies and real cost savings. We support GBRf with sustainable environmental benefits that fulfill our commitment. "
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