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PL-42 Diesel Locomotive Purchase

Background

NJ TRANSIT is purchasing 33 new PL-42 Diesel locomotives; 28 locomotives will replace 13 GP40PH and 15 GP40FH locomotives built as long ago as 1965. Five of the new locomotives will provide for the anticipated ridership growth associated with the new Secaucus Junction, Montclair Connection and other planned projects.

Project Scope
The locomotives will have the capability to be utilized with longer train lengths of single-level and bi-level cars. Additionally, the locomotives will incorporate the new Federal Railroad Administration and American Public Transportation Association safety standards and the latest EPA requirements.

Project Cost
Contract Price: $146 million

Current Status

In September 2001, NJ TRANSIT's Board approved the purchase of 33 locomotives.

The contract was awarded to Alstom Transportation of Hornell, NY.

The anticipated date for the first locomotive to be delivered for testing is March 2005.

Next Milestone
All 33 locomotives will be delivered by August 2005.

NJ TRANSIT Department of Capital Planning and Programs
February 2005

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