* In next 10 years, as per plans of IR, we can expect a large number of the express trains to be 24LHB coaches with maximum speed of 130/160kmph, also the freight loading and speed of goods trains are slated to be increased.
* Also IR is planning to increase the horsepower per Ton load of trains to increase the speed and sectional capacity as well.
* Under these circumstances, it would be better if IR prefers to acquire more number of 6000HP locomotives than 4500 HP locomotives instead of importing 700 nos....
more... 4500hp loco and only 300 nos. 6000hp locos.