mtu Serves Both Defense and Civilian Infrastructure in Korea

After supplying mtu 16V 2000 M96 engines for two major Korea Coast Guard (KCG) patrol boat programs, it is now time to equip the country’s trains. 33 high-performance mtu Series 4000R engines are being supplied to the Korea Railroad Corporation (KORAIL), the state-owned operator of South Korea’s rail network. The engines will be fitted into new freight locomotives by the South Korean rail vehicle manufacturer Romansys. The first 30 engines have already been delivered.

Fleet Modernisation also thanks to Rolls-Royce Power Systems

The new locomotives will replace the existing fleet of diesel locomotives and support the modernisation of South Korean freight transport. They will mainly be used on the central line between Seoul and Busan, which is one of the country’s most important freight transport links.

Andreas Görtz, President Business Unit Mobile & Sustainable at Rolls-Royce Power Systems, said: “We are delighted to be able to support Korail and Romansys with our mtu engines again. These engines meet modern emission standards while offering the power and reliability required for today’s freight transport needs with maximum operational efficiency.“

Korail and MEST

Korail opted the first time for the the mtu Series 4000R engines. In the past, Korail has already relied on mtu Series 183 and 396 engines, including in the diesel-hydraulic vehicles of the Saemaul train, which was introduced between 1987 and 1993. MEST, the South Korean distributor for mtu products and solutions and a joint-venture between ENST Co. and Rolls-Royce Solutions Asia, is responsible for technical support and service for the engines, thereby ensuring comprehensive support. Close cooperation with local partners guarantees fast response times and in-depth technical expertise on site.