Colmar SL230D Diesel Shunters for Saudi Arabia

Two new Colmar SL230D rail-road diesel shunters have just left Italy for use on the Saudi Arabian rail network.

SRT has completed production and shipped the first two new Colmar SL230D road-rail diesel shunters to their final destination in Saudi Arabia, where they will be used by the Saudi Railway Company (SAR) as part of an international project, which includes additional 7 units of the same model. This is an important milestone for SRT, confirming growing international demand for advanced technology for rail logistics.

Colmar SL230D Technical Features

The Colmar SL230D diesel shunter is the most powerful model in the diesel range, designed to tackle the most demanding operations in settings like railway yards, ports, freight terminals and maintenance workshops. Thanks to its exceptional towing capacity and superlative maneuverability, it offers reliable performance even under maximum loads.

Its advantages include:

• High-grip tyresfor optimum traction on rails, outperforming conventional locomotives.
• Flexibility and Performance, making the SL230D ideal for handling the heaviest towing tasks with no compromises.

The Saudi Railway Company (SAR), a major player in managing Saudi Arabia’s railway network, will use SL230D diesel shunters to enhance its operations in Al Jubayl. With a rapidly expanding railway system, the SAR plays a crucial role in connecting major Saudi cities and supporting the country’s economic development, aligning with the goals of Vision 2030.

The introduction of the Colmar SL230D offers the SAR access to reliable, advanced technology to improve operational efficiency and reduce maintenance costs.

What this means for SRT

This delivery is a concrete example of how SRT is consolidating its presence in international markets with innovative, sustainable and high-performance solutions.

The SL230Ds produced in Fano not only demonstrate SRT’s ability to meet complex operational needs, but show how partnership between leading companies like SRT and the SAR can help develop modern, safe railway infrastructure

With the two Colmar SL230D diesel shunters ready for use in Saudi Arabia, SRT confirms its leading role in designing and producing innovative rail logistics solutions. This delivery marks a further step in SRT’s mission to offer state-of-the-art technology and support its customers worldwide.