Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) has once again showcased India’s manufacturing excellence by dispatching the sixth indigenously developed 3300 HP AC-AC diesel-electric locomotive to Mozambique on December 15, 2025.
BLW has secured an export order for ten 3300 Horse Power AC–AC diesel-electric locomotives for Mozambique. The supply of these locomotives is being executed through M/s RITES under a contract for the manufacture and export of 10 locomotives.
In June 2025, BLW dispatched the first two locomotives, then the third in September, and the fourth in October. This was followed by the fifth on December 12 and the sixth on December 15. This export order underscores India’s expanding prowess in global locomotive manufacturing.
As per the Press Release, These state-of-the-art 3300 HP Cape Gauge (1067 mm) locomotives are capable of operating at speeds of up to 100 kmph. They are equipped with international-standard, driver-friendly features such as a refrigerator, hot plate, mobile holder, and a modern cab design, ensuring enhanced comfort and operational efficiency.
Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), a public sector undertaking of Indian Railways based in Varanasi, is solidifying its position as a major export hub for locomotives. Leveraging indigenous design expertise and advanced manufacturing, BLW is strengthening India’s footprint in global rail markets. Since 2014, it has supplied locomotives to Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Mozambique, aiding their railway infrastructure development.
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