China Debuts World's Most Potent Heavy-Duty Electric Locomotive: 10,400 kW Unit Redefines Freight Efficiency

Sunita Somvanshi Sunita Somvanshi

Witness the arrival of China’s latest electric giant: a 10,400 kW heavy-duty locomotive that redefines freight transport.

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This locomotive, the most powerful in the world, can haul an extra 1,200 tons per trip, setting new standards in efficiency.

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Featuring the first high-power silicon carbide inverter, this behemoth navigates complex grid conditions with unprecedented ease.

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A high-torque permanent magnet traction motor increases the wheelbase six-fold, enhancing both power and environmental benefits.

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Equipped with the first direct-drive bogie, it offers smoother rides and reduced wheel-rail impact, boosting dynamic performance.

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With the capacity to boost annual transportation by 280,000 tons, this locomotive plays a pivotal role in China's coal transport strategy.

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Scheduled for heavy-duty tasks on the Shuohuang Railway, it's set to become a cornerstone in ensuring China’s energy supply.

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By incorporating three global pioneering technologies, this locomotive not only leads but reshapes the future of heavy-duty rail transport.

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This steel titan, now the epitome of cutting-edge rail technology, sets the global benchmark for power and efficiency in rail freight.

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