The IPE G1001 is a standard-gauge, bidirectional diesel-hydraulic shunting locomotive designed for heavy shunting and freight operations. The type features a central cab with driving positions at both ends.
The locomotive has a service weight of 80 tonnes and is powered by a 1,200 kW Caterpillar C32 diesel engine. Power is transmitted via a Voith L4r4 gearbox and cardan shafts to Vossloh-supplied bogies. The braking system is supplied by Knorr-Bremse.
The G1001 has a maximum speed of 80 km/h in self-propelled mode and 100 km/h when hauled. Minimum curve radius is 60 m, with a total length of 14.3 m and wheel diameter of 1,000 mm.
The series is produced by IPE Locomotori 2000 as part of an ongoing programme integrating in-house design and manufacturing.
