Stadler presents loco features for LTG Cargo

LTG Cargo’s electric locomotives

The CEO of Stadler Valencia, Íñigo Parra, has presented the special features of the new LTG Cargo’s electric locomotives part of the Euroual family, in Vilnius on 30 January 2025.

The “development of our Eurodual family represents a significant milestone for our company as it opens a new market. The Euro family boosts energy efficiency, performance, and reliability resulting in an optimal LCC and long-term profitability of rail operations. These high-performance locomotives enable the transport of heavier trains with just one locomotive, facilitating a higher payload and lower traction costs,” Íñigo Parra said.

The electric locomotives manufactured for LTG Cargo are based on Stadler’s existing Eurodual six-axle locomotive model but have been adapted for broad gauge and the Lithuanian climate. They will operate at temperatures as low as -40ºC and will be equipped with a winter equipment package to ensure reliable performance in extreme conditions.

The new LTG Cargo’s electric locomotives will have a maximum speed of 120 km/h and can haul 5,700-tonne trainsets with a tractive power of up to 6.15 MW. The two driver’s cabins are ergonomically designed to comply with European noise and comfort requirements. An on-board CCTV system will allow the driver to monitor both the direction of travel and the rear view from either cab, enhancing visibility and safety.

This contract for the production of electric locomotives marks Stadler Valencia’s first agreement in Lithuania.

In December 2024, LTG Cargo and Stadler Valencia signed a contract for the delivery of 17 locomotives, including the supply of spare parts, maintenance and support services for the first 3 years of operation. The contract also includes an option to produce an additional 17 locomotives on demand and provision of parts and maintenance services.

The new locomotives will operate on the Vilnius – Klaipėda railway line which ensures the transport of half of all freight in Lithuania. Electrification work is ongoing and expected to be completed by the end of this year. The line will use electricity generated from renewable energy sources, so that the electric locomotives will be able to transport freight with no CO2 emissions.

“Currently, the locomotives hauling freight on this route consume around 10 million litres of diesel fuel annually, resulting in approximately 32,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions. While this is at least six times less than transporting the same volume and distance by truck, we are committed to becoming even greener. By using electric locomotives, we will not only enhance efficiency but also provide climate-neutral transport,” Eglė Šimė, the CEO of LTG Cargo, said.


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