Intercity
DMU
Malaysia
Class 61 DMU
Featuring an innovative supercapacitor + diesel hybrid system, the DMU combines rapid acceleration with intelligent energy recovery. The supercapacitor provides instant power boost, while the diesel power pack maintains continuous charging — achieving optimal traction efficiency and over 20% fuel savings, redefining energy efficiency.
Diesel Power Pack with Supercapacitor
Power Supply
4-car set
Formation
120 km/h
Max. Operating Speed
434 passengers
Passenger Capacity (AW3)
Key Features
World’s first hybrid power system combining a diesel power pack with supercapacitors, delivering high-power acceleration, intelligent start-stop operation and recovering up to 85% of braking energy for reuse, significantly reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
Selected trainsets incorporate a dedicated parcel car, supporting integrated passenger and parcel operations with greater operational flexibility.
Designed for enhanced accessibility and onboard comfort, the train features retractable steps and movable footboards for platform heights from 0 to 1,050 mm, ergonomic seating, and concealed LED lighting.
First metre-gauge application of the Wireless Transmit Device (WTD), enabling real-time train-to-ground communication and remote condition monitoring to support predictive maintenance and operational efficiency.
Technical data
| Power Supply | Diesel Power Pack with Supercapacitor |
|---|---|
| Track Gauge | 1000 mm |
| Train Configuration | D1–M1–M2–D2 (Standard) DV1–M1–M2–DV2 (Parcel) |
| Formation | 2 motor cars & 2 trailer cars |
| Max. Operating Speed | 120 km/h |
| Max. Design Speed | 140 km/h |
| Starting Acceleration (0–20 km/h) | ≥ 0.8 m/s² |
| Max. Service Braking Deceleration | ≥ 1.0 m/s² |
| Max. Emergency Braking Deceleration | ≥ 1.2 m/s² |
| Passenger Capacity (AW1 / AW2 / AW3) | 218 / 360 / 434 passengers (Standard) 206 / 358 / 438 passengers (Parcel) |
| Axle Load | ≤ 14 t |
| Length | 93500 mm |
| Width | 2750 mm |
| Height | 3870 mm |
| Wheel Diameter (new / worn) | 850 mm / 770 mm |
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