NRE 3GS21B

The NRE 3GS21B is a low-emissions diesel genset locomotive built by National Railway [Equipment Company|National Railway Equipment]. Instead of a single prime mover, the NRE genset locomotive is powered by three separate Cummins QSK19C engines providing a total power output of. Each engine could be individually started or shut off depending on how much power is needed, reducing overall diesel emissions and improving fuel efficiency. More than 150 of the 3GS21B genset locomotives have been produced to date, with the majority of these units being manufactured at NRE's Mount [Vernon, Illinois|Mount Vernon] shops in Southern Illinois. In addition, three road slug models have also been produced. The main difference between this and the NRE 3GS21C is that these units are on B-B trucks and the others are on C-C trucks.

Flexibility

Because the engines are modular, flexibility is obtained:

If one engine fails, the others can continue at reduced power.
When reduced power is needed, one or more of the engines can be turned off, saving fuel and wear and tear.
The QSK19C engine is common to the four variants of the NRE 3GS21C locomotive.
The QSK19C engine is also widely used for non-railway applications, and spare parts are readily available.
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