BEML unveils 8-wheeler diesel-electric tower car

BEML LIMITED, a public sector company under the Ministry of Defence and a premier manufacturer of Rail Metro Products, has said that it has inaugurated the 8W DETC (Self Propelled 8 Wheeler Diesel Electric Inspection 85 Maintenance OHE Tower Car) at its Bangalore Complex.

The company has developed the product with indigenous technology and has received good demand from Indian Railways for the same. The 8W DETC is an electric version self propelled vehicle intended for use in Indian Railways for inspection, patrolling and maintenance of traction overhead equipment. It operates at a speed of 110 kmph, powered with 2 sets of underslung Power packs each comprising of Diesel Engine of capacity 340 HP, Traction Alternator, Power Rectifier, Axle mounted Traction Motors, 20.32 Tonne axle capacity Bogie with air spring secondary suspension and Panel mounted brake system.

Earlier, BEML manufactured & supplied hydraulic version self-propelled vehicle for Indian Railways and Metro Corporations.

Meanwhile, shares of the company were trading at Rs 915 apiece up 0.64 per cent from the previous close at 12:30 hours on BSE.