Poland: Pesa is assembling two prototype Gama 3.0 electric locomotives and FPS is working on reviving production of six-axle freight diesel locomotives.
Speaking to Rynek Kolejowy, Pesa locomotive sales director Mr Piotr Rosciszewski confirmed that assembly is underway on two prototype units from the company’s next-generation Gama 3.0 electric locomotive platform. The four-axle locomotives, intended for both freight and passenger operations, mark the latest evolution of the Gama family, which has been in continuous production since 2012. Pesa previously unveiled the concept of the new generation at InnoTrans 2022.
While the manufacturer has historically offered both electric and diesel locomotives, the new platform will prioritise electric traction, with provision for multi-system compatibility. Optional configurations will include a low-power diesel engine or onboard battery packs. Compared to previous generations, maximum operating speeds are expected to increase from 160 km/h to between 200 and 230 km/h. To support this performance enhancement, Pesa has developed new bogies and redesigned the locomotive body structure. According to Mr. Rosciszewski, the company is targeting markets in Poland, the Czech Republic, Romania, and Bulgaria for future deliveries.
Meanwhile, FPS has disclosed early-stage plans to revive production of six-axle freight diesel locomotives, a product type the company last manufactured in the 1980s. Its president Mr. Grzegorz Kucia stated that the project is currently in the market analysis and concept development phase. The development and manufacturing timeline is expected to span at least two years. The new locomotives would offer a power output in the range of 2.5 to 3 MW, with further technical details yet to be disclosed.
