The three air reservoirs are visible in this view - MR1 and MR2 (the main reservoirs for the braking system)and the cylindrical, air start reservoir. The box on the right of the fuel tank contains NiCad batteries for standby electrical power.

In a departure from IR's tradition with diesels, this prime mover cranks with an air starter rather than an electric starter motor. The loco is provided with an independent air start reservoir visible under the frame (the cylindrical tank next to the fuel tank).
For regular operations, the Autostart system will keep the air tank charged. In case the loco has been dead for a while, air from another coupled loco can apparently charge the air start reservoir.

More details of the Autostart, FIRE and other technologies on this page.

These are the screens from the Gen2 FIRE system - there are duplicate screens on the other control stand.

True to its name "BHEEM" will soon be a boon for freight trains and crew! Nice covergae- Thanks!

No, Its same as others 1092mm (43 inch)

thanks for this bful pic and information of upcoming most pwrful loco...bheem is nice name..

very massive..looks like an gm loco from US..

So finally "THE NOT SO CHOTA BHEEM" is ready to hit the tracks. Its heartening to learn that LP comfort and ergonomics are given due importance. Eagerly waiting for the specifications of the loco.
& Any ideas which shed will be the first to house these monsters.

@Colin - He he.........
Don't worry brother, IRFCA is there to help IR in such situation :-)