© trainspo.comALCo DL532B
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Overview of the ALCo DL532B
Explore the robust ALCo DL532B diesel locomotive, a reliable workhorse from 1961-1962.
This powerful locomotive, also known as OSE A.201 in Greece with Hellenic Railways Organisation, is built for diverse railway operations.
Featuring a top speed of 96 km/h and an impressive tractive effort of 153 kN, it's a strong performer.
With a 1435 mm gauge and Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement, this RS-8 series locomotive delivers 772 kW of power.
Discover the enduring capabilities of the ALCo DL532B, a significant piece of railway engineering.
ALCo DL532B technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | RS-8 | |
| Built by | ALCo · 1961–1962 | |
| Top speed | 96 km/h60 mph | |
| Power output | 772 kW1,035 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 153 kN34,396 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' |
Operators of the ALCo DL532B
Railway companies that have operated the DL532B, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Hellenic Railways Organisation | OSE A.201 | Greece |
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