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[–] 6 points 1 month ago*

They're excellent at replacing diesel units on lines where electrification is beyond economic viability.

There's not really a down side that makes them a short term solution.

The weight isn't really an issue as you get a lot of the energy returned, and these units still aren't pushing the axle loading of freight locomotives.

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