© trainspo.comABL VI
Built by ABL
Overview of the ABL VI
Discover the ABL VI, a robust diesel locomotive built by ABL in 1975.
This powerful machine, designed for specific operational needs, boasts a 0-4-0 Whyte notation and a B' UIC axle arrangement.
Its compact dimensions, measuring 7.1 meters in length, 2.75 meters in width, and 2.97 meters in height, make it suitable for various environments.
With a substantial weight of 22 tonnes and an impressive power output of 956 kW, the ABL VI is engineered for efficiency and performance.
It operates on standard gauge (1435 mm) tracks and reaches a top speed of 16 km/h.
This versatile locomotive is currently part of a private owners group in Italy, identified as @private-it ABL VI.
Explore the capabilities of this remarkable diesel locomotive.
ABL VI technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | ABL · 1975 | |
| Top speed | 16 km/h10 mph | |
| Power output | 956 kW1,282 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B' | |
| Whyte notation | 0-4-0 | |
| Length | 7.1 m23 ft 4 in | |
| Width | 2.75 m9 ft 0 in | |
| Height | 2.97 m9 ft 9 in | |
| Weight | 22 t48,502 lb |
Operators of the ABL VI
Railway companies that have operated the ABL VI, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Private owners group | @private-it ABL VI | Italy |
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