 The GG Series yard switchers, available in power ratings of 1,000- and 2,000-horsepower, are noted for the innovative way they reduce operational and fuel costs, while also bringing about major reductions in emissions and noise. Hybrid technology is ideal for locomotives, due largely to the absence of weight constraints. Switchers are deliberately designed to be heavy to gain maximum traction and they operate in an inefficient 'stop-go' manner that is hard on the large engines of conventional units. Unlike traditional switching locomotives, GG Series switchers have very small diesel gensets, large banks of long-life, recyclable batteries, and do not idle. The small, efficient Tier 2 compliant diesel generator only operates when the batteries need to be recharged to their optimum levels. Click here for product specifications. Quick Fact:  |
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