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Russian Railways to use virtual coupling on 630 locomotives this year

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Russian Railways (RZD) is continuing to implement virtual coupling in freight locomotives in Eastern Russia. Currently, over 300 locomotives operating in Eastern Russia are already equipped with virtual coupling systems, and this number is scheduled to increase to 630 units by the end of the year. The innovataive train control method can greatly improve capacity on lines. 

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Author: Esther Geerts

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Russian Railways to use virtual coupling on 630 locomotives this year

Image: RZD

Russian Railways (RZD) is continuing to implement virtual coupling in freight locomotives in Eastern Russia. Currently, over 300 locomotives operating in Eastern Russia are already equipped with virtual coupling systems, and this number is scheduled to increase to 630 units by the end of the year. The innovataive train control method can greatly improve capacity on lines. 

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Author: Esther Geerts

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