RailPower

Zero Emission Switching Locomotives

Revolutionizing rail transportation with hybrid innovations and hydrogen-fueled locomotive technology.

About Railpower

A Legacy of Innovation, The Future of Zero-Emission Switcher Technology

Railpower has long been a recognized name in the rail industry, with a legacy rooted in pioneering hybrid and low-emission locomotive technology. Founded in 2001, Railpower introduced groundbreaking locomotive designs that combined battery power with a compact diesel engine to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The company’s innovative platforms including the GG20B, RP20BD, and other low-emission models were deployed across North America, helping railroads meet increasingly stringent environmental regulations.

In 2025, Railpower, Inc. launching a bold new chapter for the brand. This has positioned the company as the industry’s leading developer of zero-emission hydrogen locomotives and next-generation rail technology.

Visionary Breakthroughs

Building a Clean Energy Future for Rail

An Industry Leader

Railpower is poised to become the primary platform for commercializing hydrogen fuel cell locomotives, with a focus on serving the short-line and switching sectors.

Railpower will build on Sierra Northern Railway’s success in developing and deploying SERA 193, the world’s first four-axle hydrogen powered switcher locomotive, funded in part by the California Energy Commission (CEC). Entering full operational testing in 2025, SERA 193 represents a breakthrough in zero emission clean rail technology.

With significant backing from the California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA), Railpower and Sierra Northern Railway will build three second-generation four-axle zero emission hydrogen fuel switcher locomotives, further refining the technology and expanding its commercial viability.

Once these four zero-emission locomotives are successfully integrated into service, Railpower will begin offering commercial hydrogen switching locomotives to the broader rail industry, leveraging its proven platforms and leadership in clean rail innovation.

A Commercially Viable Zero-Emission Locomotive

Railpower’s hydrogen-fueled switching locomotives are not just a technological advancement, they are a commercially ready pathway for the rail industry to transition from diesel to hydrogen power. These locomotives are engineered to meet the operational duty cycles of the industry while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations and emissions mandates that short-line railroads are facing.

Patented U.S. Technology

Expanding Capabilities: Beyond Locomotives

While hydrogen locomotives are at the core of Railpower’s future, the company’s transformation extends far beyond locomotive manufacturing. As part of its expansion, Railpower is investing in engineering and manufacturing capabilities to offer:

Parts

Critical parts and systems for both new-build and legacy locomotives across the rail sector

Components

Advanced locomotive components and retrofitting solutions

Control Systems

Proprietary control systems designed to optimize efficiency and performance

Software

Custom software solutions for real-time monitoring, diagnostics, and operational management across entire rail fleets

A Commercially Viable Zero-Emission Locomotive

Railpower is committed to becoming a comprehensive technology and manufacturing partner for railroads across North America, delivering sustainable locomotives and cutting-edge digital tools to enhance efficiency, reduce emissions, and improve reliability.

Preserving Legacy, Driving Innovation

Railpower’s evolution honors its pioneering history while advancing a bold new vision for the future. With industry-leading expertise in hydrogen locomotive technology, the company is delivering:

Platforms

Proven platforms reimagined with zero-emission hydrogen power

Integration

Seamless integration with existing rail infrastructure

Solutions

Scalable solutions designed to serve both small operators and national networks

Capacity

Flexible manufacturing capacity to meet the evolving demands of the modern rail industry

As California and the global economy accelerate their transition to clean transportation, Railpower is proud to lead the rail industry’s shift toward zero-emission technology. More than just locomotives, we are building the foundation for rail’s sustainable future.

Contact us for more information about Railpower’s next-generation products, hydrogen locomotive commercialization, or our expanded manufacturing and technology services.