The new maintenance machine is expected to eliminate emissions and reduce noises during operations. Credit: Railcare AB.

Railcare has unveiled a battery-powered multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) for railway maintenance work.

The new battery-operated vehicle was launched at Railcare’s head office in Skelleftehamn, Sweden. The MPV is designed to operate at reduced noise levels and eliminate emissions at point of work.

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It is equipped with self-propelled vacuum pumps, hydraulics and control cabins to complement the company’s vacuum excavator and snow melter. In addition, the vehicle can be used as a towing vehicle to haul wagons.

Railcare Group CEO Daniel Öholm said: “I am proud that we are the first to produce a maintenance machine for the railway that is emission-free and with the same high performance as our other machines.

“It is a unique product where we at Railcare can contribute to a more sustainable future.”

According to the company, the machine has a capacity equivalent to thirty electric cars.

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Öholm added: “It is exciting that we are the leaders in the development of battery-powered maintenance machines for the railway. Our customers around the world have a huge demand for this type of solution.

“Especially in city centres, tunnels, and mines where exhaust fumes and noise levels are a big environmental problem. This machine will be a game-changer for the entire railway industry.”

Railcare Group offers products and services in the Nordic countries and the UK. Earlier this year, the company signed a framework contract with UK infrastructure manager Network Rail. It will enable Network Rail to produce continuous call-off orders.