2023
At the end of 2023, CFR Călători directly awarded a contract to its
subsidiary SCRL Brașov for the modernization of 17 3400 kW electric
locomotives. This modernization involves the conversion of these
locomotives to utilize asynchronous traction motors and the
installation of ETCS level 2 systems. Additionally, the contract
includes the procurement of maintenance services.
For the 17 upgraded EC locomotives at Brașov, the traction systems are supplied by Promat Craiova, while Tehnoind Craiova provides the main transformers. Siemens Mobility is responsible for delivering the ETCS systems for these locomotives.
For the 17 upgraded EC locomotives at Brașov, the traction systems are supplied by Promat Craiova, while Tehnoind Craiova provides the main transformers. Siemens Mobility is responsible for delivering the ETCS systems for these locomotives.
Sources: https://clubferoviar.ro/prima-locomotiva-modernizata-la-scrl-brasov/
2025
February
SCRL Brașov announces the commencement of static tests for the new
electric locomotive, which will later undergo comprehensive testing
at the Railway Testing Center in Făurei before being fully
operational. These tests aim to certify the technical solutions
related to the modernization and necessary adjustments for
commercial exploitation.
This locomotive is the first of the batch of 17 units financed through the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR), with the Brașov factory expected to complete the entire batch by the end of 2026. Work on the locomotive began in 2024, and its total completion will occur following the successful conclusion of all tests, including those involving the European Train Control System (ETCS) supplied by Siemens.
The newly modernized locomotives represent a significant milestone for the railway industry in Romania, particularly for SCRL Brașov, as they are the first four-axle locomotives with modernized asynchronous motors produced in Romania. Additionally, these locomotives are the first of this type manufactured by the traction system producer, Promat Craiova.
This locomotive is the first of the batch of 17 units financed through the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR), with the Brașov factory expected to complete the entire batch by the end of 2026. Work on the locomotive began in 2024, and its total completion will occur following the successful conclusion of all tests, including those involving the European Train Control System (ETCS) supplied by Siemens.
The newly modernized locomotives represent a significant milestone for the railway industry in Romania, particularly for SCRL Brașov, as they are the first four-axle locomotives with modernized asynchronous motors produced in Romania. Additionally, these locomotives are the first of this type manufactured by the traction system producer, Promat Craiova.
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