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Diesel locomotive

AFB SW8

Built by AFB

Top speed
80 km/h
50 mph
Power output
643 kW
862 hp
Weight
74 t
163,142 lb
Length
13.8 m
45 ft 3 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1954
6 units

Overview of the AFB SW8

Discover the robust and reliable SW8 diesel locomotive, a true workhorse of the rails.

Built by AFB in 1954, this locomotive is designed for durability and efficiency, operating on a 1435 mm gauge.

With a top speed of 80 km/h, the SW8 is adept at handling various railway tasks.

Its Bo'Bo' classification and standard gauge ensure versatility across different rail networks.

Measuring 13.8 meters in length and 4.12 meters in height, this locomotive boasts impressive dimensions.

Weighing 74 tons with an axle load of 18.5 tons, the SW8 is engineered for longevity and stability.

Its 643 kW power output is more than sufficient for demanding operational needs.

Serving with Luxembourg Railways as the CFL 800 class, the SW8 has proven its operational importance.

Explore the power and history of the SW8 diesel locomotive, a solid choice for challenging railway services.

AFB SW8 technical specifications

Value
SeriesSW8
Built byAFB · 19546 units
Top speed80 km/h50 mph
Power output643 kW862 hp
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length13.8 m45 ft 3 in
Height4.12 m13 ft 6 in
Weight74 t163,142 lb
Axle load18.5 t40,785 lb

Operators of the AFB SW8

Railway companies that have operated the SW8, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Luxembourg RailwaysCFL 800Luxembourg

AFB SW8 photos

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