Here we round up the 10 fastest diesel locomotives ever.

Siemens Mobility’s Vectron locomotive has received authorisation to operate passenger services at speeds of up to 230 km/h.

The first hydrogen locomotive prototype is expected to be completed by the end of next year. Credit: AS Operail. Hydrogen solutions firm OÜ Stargate Rail has signed a letter of intent with ...

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RAILWAY AGE, NOVEMBER 2022 ISSUE: Traction Motor (TM) lockup in a locomotive can be disruptive to a railway’s operations. While modern locomotives are equipped with many onboard diagnostic sensors to ...

The introduction of several advanced, efficient, and more robust power options over the years has largely overshadowed steam engine technology. However, it was a revolutionary technology that, upon ...

Railpool intend to use these locomotives in Norway, Sweden, and Italy. Credit: © Alstom. European rail vehicle leasing company Railpool has placed an order to ...

Trains are capable of immense power, with modern locomotives delivering over 50 tons of tractive effort. But how do they do this without tires? In this video, we explore the unique design of steel ...

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