Re-engining of Class 360/361 locomotives at DB AG Re-engining of Class 360/361 to Class 363 locomotives. The GTO 6 /6A diesel engine by Maybach was replaced by a modern Caterpillar engine of type 3412 DI-TA. The two engines are separated by about 50 years of engine development. Engine power output has remained unchanged at 478 kW. Fuel economy was improved by about 20 %. Noxious emissions have also been considerably reduced. In addition, less servicing and maintenance is needed for the new engine. |