IranRunner

The IranRunner, also known as the ER24PC and Iran Safir is a single cab diesel electric passenger locomotive manufactured by the Mapna Locomotive Engineering and Manufacturing Company and Siemens.

ER24PC IranRunner
Type and origin Power type diesel electric Build date 2010[1] Total produced 150
Specifications Configuration: ​  • UIC Bo´Bo´ Gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) standard gauge Length 18590mm Axle load 21.375t Loco weight 85.5t Prime mover MTU 16V 4000 R43L Engine type V16 Cylinders 16
Performance figures Maximum speed 160 km/h (99 mph) Power output 2,400 kW (3,200 hp)
Career Operators RAI Numbers 1501–1650
Sources :[2] except where noted

History and design

In 2006 Siemens, Mapna and the Islamic Republic of Iran Railways agreed a contact for the supply of 150 four axle Bo'Bo' 2.4 MW (3,200 hp) locomotives for passenger train use. 30 of the locomotives were to be manufactured in Germany (Siemens. Munich), and the remaining 120 locomotives manufactured in Iran under a technology transfer agreement. The value of the contract was $450 million (€294 million).^[3]

The first locomotive was manufactured by Siemens in early 2010.^[1]

See also

• Eurorunner
• Iranian locomotives