Projects
Project of conversion of locomotives 163 series for extension of operation on AC system
Public support program: Ensuring interoperability in rail transport
Call title: Call No. 64 – Ensuring interoperability in rail transport – Implementation of the rolling stock subsystem – locomotives and rolling stock for passenger transport – enabling operation on the 25 kV/50 Hz system (hereinafter referred to as the “Call”)
Project name: Reconstruction of selected locomotives of ČD Cargo, a.s. for expansion of operation on the 25 kV / 50 Hz AC system – project 2 (hereinafter referred to as the “Project”)
Project description
The aim of the Project is to rebuild a total of 10 traction vehicles of the 163 series for the expansion of operation on the 25 kV / 50 Hz AC system. The project is co-financed by the European Union. The total co-financing rate is max. 50% of eligible expenses. The Project is expected to be fully completed by 31.10.2022.