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GE Transportation
Evolution* Series Locomotive
GE imagination at work
Technology leadership of the Evolution Series Locomotive
A closer look at the Evolution Series Locomotive reveals how GE Transportation’s advanced technology brings savings
in fuel and maintenance costs while protecting the environment.
Evolution Series Engine
Powered by GE Transportation’s 12-cylinder diesel engine, the Evolution Series Engine produces the same 4,400 HP
as its 16-cylinder predecessor — with less fuel. This 45-degree, 12-cylinder, 4-stroke, turbocharged engine provides
efficiency, fewer emissions and extended overhaul
intervals. The engine also uses enhanced cooling
and higher-strength materials that dramatically
improve reliability and allow for future increases in
power and efficiency.
The Evolution Series Locomotive meets the most
stringent emissions standards including U.S. EPA
Tier 3 and EU IIIa.
The Evolution Series Engine also is offered in a
16-cylinder configuration that delivers 6,000 HP.
Air-to-air cooling Dynamic braking
The locomotive incorporates GE Transportation’s most In addition to air brakes, the Evolution Series Locomotive
advanced cooling system in rail transport. In addition to is equipped with dynamic braking technology that
a standard radiator and fan configuration, locomotives reduces wheel and brake shoe wear by an estimated 20
powered by the Evolution Series Engine use an advanced to 40%, depending on usage. Delivering up to 117,000
air-to-air cooling system for engine combustion air to lbs. of (AC) braking effort, the locomotive uses field-
enhance performance while lowering emissions. tested grids and blowers from GE Transportation’s
AC 4400 and Dash 9 locomotives. The braking grids
AC individual-axle traction control are also completely isolated for greater reliability and
Evolution Series Locomotives deliver GE Transportation’s simplified maintenance.
industry-leading AC individual-axle traction-control
technology that enables greater hauling power by Computer-controlled architecture
significantly reducing slippage on startups, inclines The locomotive features sophisticated operator controls
and during suboptimal track conditions. This unique that improve diagnostics and simplify operation. The
technology ensures optimum performance, less wasted consolidated control architecture of the Evolution Series
energy and substantially reduces maintenance costs Locomotive makes it easier to upgrade software and
and associated down time during the locomotive’s download data. “Smart” displays eliminate several
life compared to older DC and other AC technology add-on black boxes in favor of a computer and
traction systems. display combination that enhances both reliability
and operator ergonomics.
A new generation in GE Transportation’s locomotive legacy
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A product of ecomagination
For more than a century, GE Transportation has been
a global leader in freight and passenger rail. As a GE Transportation was mindful of the environment
principal manufacturer of diesel-electric locomotives, when it developed the Evolution Series Locomotive.
GE Transportation has a rich history filled with industry Not only was it essential to build a powerful, reliable
firsts and innovations that have produced a succession and efficient locomotive, controlling its environmental
of world-class models that include the Universal† Series impact also was critical.
Locomotive, the Dash‡ Series Locomotive, the Blue
The results are remarkable:
Tiger§ Locomotive, the GENESIS¶ Series Locomotive,
The Evolution Series
the AC4400 Locomotive, the C-Series** Locomotive, the
Locomotive represents one
PowerHaul Series Locomotive and the Evolution Series
of GE’s most prominent
Locomotive.
ecomagination products.
Ecomagination is GE’s
commitment to build innovative products that maximze
environmental and economic impact. Products with
GE’s ecomagination designation undergo a rigorous
process to prove they measurably help customers’
performance and bottom lines while simultaneously
improving their environmental performance.
The Evolution Series Locomotive Reducing fuel use and lowering emissions
Evolution Series Locomotives:
The current Evolution Series Locomotive is the result of a
10-year, $400 million investment by GE Transportation. • Use up to 5% less fuel while reducing emissions
Introduced in 2005, it is an incredible combination of by more than 40% compared to previous GE
power, performance and efficiency. These locomotives Transportation models
provide measurably higher reliability and lower life- • Are 6% more fuel efficient than GE Transportation’s
cycle costs than previous GE Transportation models. closest competitor in North America as validated
They also apply GE Transportation’s proprietary AC by a nationally recognized, independent research
propulsion technology and control equipment that are institute
more reliable and provide superior performance. The
• Meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 emissions standards by 2015
Evolution Series Locomotive is so powerful that one
12-cylinder locomotive can pull the equivalent of 170 • Meet EU IIIa emissions standards
Boeing†† 747 jetliners. Built on a forward-looking and
• Meet Russian GOST Standards and Safety Norms
flexible global platform, the Evolution Series Locomotive
is designed to meet global market needs and comply • Are designed to more easily accommodate future
with current and future emissions standards. EPA, UIC and GOST emissions requirements
Today, more than 5,000 Evolution Series Locomotives
are operating in 10 countries.Evolution Series Locomotive global platform The flexibility to
In Australia, GE Transportation’s Evolution Series Locomotive brings advanced
locomotive technology to the energy-intensive mining industry. Rio Tinto
Iron Ore‡‡ depends on Evolution Series Locomotives to support its mining
operations in the country’s Pilbara region.
In Brazil, the 6,000 HP Evolution Series ES58ACi Locomotive was modified to
run on biodiesel fuel to comply with Brazil’s renewable energy regulations.
These models transport iron ore from the edges of the Amazon region to the
port at Sao Luis by Vale§§, the largest Brazilian mining company.
In China, GE Transportation’s Evolution China Mainline Locomotive is powered
by a 6,000 HP engine. This custom-built locomotive is designed to achieve
75% more HP and produce 28% less nitrogen oxide (NOx) per HP hour than the
locomotives in China’s current mainline fleet.
In Egypt, Egyptian National Railway¶¶ (ENR) introduced its first AC model — the
Evolution Series Locomotive — in 2009. Transporting freight and passengers,
these locomotives provide best-in-class fuel efficiency to significantly reduce
ENR’s fuel consumption.
GE’s Global Research Centers
At GE’s five Global Research Centers, more than 2,800 researchers work to uncover technological breakthroughs in
all of GE’s businesses. From appliances and medical imaging to jet and locomotive engines, these centers are the
cornerstone of GE’s technology leadership. Locations include:
Headquarters China Technology Center
Niskayuna, New York, United States Shanghai, China
John F. Welch Technology Centre GE Global Research — Europe
Bangalore, India Munich, Germany
Brazil Global Research Center
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
GE Transportation’s global manufacturing capabilities and partner facilities
Australia, Brazil, China, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Korea, South Africa, Turkey and the United Stateso meet localized needs around the world
In Kazakhstan, Evolution Series Locomotives are assembled in a new plant
in Astana, helping modernize the country’s rail infrastructure, diversify its
economy and strengthen its manufacturing industry.
In Mongolia, the Evolution Series Locomotive runs on the Ulaanbaatara***
Railway, a key gateway connecting landlocked Mongolia with the countries of
Europe, East Asia and Southeast Asia.
In North America, Evolution Series Model ES44AC transports raw materials,
finished goods, coal, grain and commodities on the continent’s vast and
diverse rail infrastructure.
In North America, BNSF††† is using Evolution Series ES44C4 Locomotives as a
cleaner, faster, safer and more reliable alternative to DC-powered locomotives.
The advanced technology of of the ES44C4 Locomotive reduces fuel use by
17% and emissions by 70% compared to existing DC locomotives.Evolution Series Locomotive by the numbers
• Evolution Series Locomotives are the result of a 10-year, $400 million investment by GE.
• Its 12-cylinder diesel engine produces the same 4,400 HP as its 16-cylinder predecessor.
• More than 5,000 are operating around the world.
• When compared to previous GE Transportation models, the Evolution Series Locomotive uses up
to 5% less fuel during its lifetime or enough to power another Evolution Series Locomotive for
more than half a year.
• The Evolution Series Locomotive reduces emissions by more than 40% compared to previous
GE Transportation models.
• Each Evolution Series Locomotive has an annual positive GHG emission impact equivalent to
removing 55 cars from the road or planting 75 acres of trees when compared to other heavy-
haul freight locomotives operating today.
• One 12-cylinder Evolution Series Locomotive can pull the equivalent of 170 Boeing 747 jetliners.
• If every freight train in North America were pulled by an Evolution Series Locomotive, the annual
reduction of smog-producing pollutants would be like removing 48 million cars from the road.
• Compared to locomotives manufactured 20 years ago, GE Transportation’s Evolution Series
Locomotive reduces pollution by producing more than 70% fewer particulates and 60% fewer
nitrogen oxide emissions.
Passenger rail
In the 1990s, GE Transportation developed the GENESIS Series Passenger
Locomotive, a lightweight, low-profile and fuel-efficient model used throughout
North America for inter-city and commuter service. With increasing demands
to reduce commute times, emissions and fuel consumption, GE Transportation
has developed the next generation passenger locomotive. This new HSP46
Locomotive uses GE Transportation’s Evolution Series Locomotive technology
and reaches up to 110 miles per hour.
*Evolution Series Locomotive is a trademark of General Electric Company.
†Universal Series Locomotive is a trademark of General Electric Company.
‡Dash Series Locomotive is a trademark of General Electric Company.
To learn more, §Blue Tiger Locomotive is a trademark of General Electric Company.
¶GENESIS Series Locomotive is a trademark of General Electric Company.
visit www.getransportation.com. **C-Series Locomotive is a trademark of General Electric Company.
††Boeing is a trademark of The Boeing Company. ‡‡Rio Tinto Iron Ore is a
trademark of Rio Tinto Iron Ore. §§Vale is a trademark of Vale. ¶¶Egyptian
National Railway is a trademark of Egyptian National Railway. ***Ulaan-
baatar Railway is a trademark of Ulaanbaatar Railway. †††BNSF is a
trademark of BNSF Railway Company.
GE, the GE Monogram, imagination at work, ecomagination, GENESIS,
Evolution and all other trademarks, and service marks, unless otherwise
noted, are owned or licensed by General Electric Company or its subsid-
iaries. All other brand names, product names or trademarks belong to
their respective holders.
Copyright © 2012. General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
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