Diesel-Electric Locomotives Conversions

Clayton shunters / locomotives are becoming the haulage choice of UK industry

Cut carbon emissions by keeping on track with Clayton Equipment locomotives

Being the workhorses of rail depots and manufacturing facilities, some shunters are 60 years old, possess high emissions levels and are increasingly unreliable, labour intensive and expensive to operate. They usually require at least 2 personnel and specialist maintainers. A good example can be found in the case of the 996 Class ‘08’ shunters made in the UK between 1953 and 1962. Less than 10% of them remain operational today and the number is decreasing every year due to the obsolescence of critical parts and general age-related issues.

Plug-in mode

100% fuel saving

Zero emissions
Typically, over 600 tonnes CO₂ reduction per year compared to older shunters

Self-charging hybrid mode compared to old shunters like an 08

Up to 40% fuel saving
54% reduction in CO
97% reduction in NOx
91% reduction in Hydrocarbons (HC)
99% reduction in Particle Matter (PM)

Battery Rail Shunters / Locomotives:

Zero emissions, maximum CO2 reduction, no fumes inside workshops
Low noise, increasingly important near residential areas & for 24/7 operations
Lowest operational & maintenance costs
Highest availability in service
Regenerative braking, resulting in reduced brake wear & reduced charging times
Option of on-board or depot-based battery charging

Unlock the potential of shunters with Clayton Equipment.

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Discover the benefits of Battery Locomotives, perfect for built-up areas with their emission-free and low noise operation.
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Diesel to battery-electric conversions:

Benefits same as battery locomotives
Maximises capital cost saving
Retain existing certification in most cases
Lowest driver/maintainer retraining cost
Improved safety

Diesel & Diesel-Electric Rail shunters / Locomotives:

Lowest emissions with EU Stage V (from January 2019)
Reduced Idling, the latest engines can be shut-down & restarted quickly

Had the pleasure of driving a few Clayton locomotives on the East London line. They always performed.

Facebook review, April 2023

A glimpse of the real world of the big railway. I can see why Mr Hannaford is MD. A very professional and candid presentation and I wish the company all the best for the future. At the moment a niche product which could go mainstream before long.

Visit from Rail Enthusiasts, March 2022