In prototype and testing since 2002, the new locomotives are called "Generator-Set," or "Genset" switchers and are manufactured by National Railway Equipment Co. Each Genset locomotive is powered ...

At the time, gensets seemed like a good idea. Efficient, small, and imminently capable, they would be able to do everything ...

A frequent question from railfans is why? Why are some diesels destined for scrap? Why does your favorite locomotive go off the breaker’s yard? Why do some engines get shuffled off this mortal coil ...

and the resulting prototype turbo-generator will replace the diesel engine in a redundant British Rail class 60 freight locomotive. It’s unclear whether it will incorporate a condenser ...

RailPower has produced around 190 locomotives, including the 55 GG20B hybrid switchers and 116 RP20BD genset locomotives. These vehicles known for being “fuel-efficient and low-emission models” have ...

RailPower has produced around 190 locomotives, including the 55 GG20B hybrid switchers and 116 RP20BD genset locomotives. These vehicles known for being “fuel-efficient and low-emission models ...