ALCo RS-8 (Brazil)

Built by ALCo

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Weight

62 t

136,686 lb

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1959

20 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the ALCo RS-8 (Brazil)

Discover the RS-8 (Brazil), a robust and reliable diesel locomotive built by ALCo in 1959.

With a top speed of 100 km/h and a Bo'Bo' axle arrangement, this 62-tonne locomotive has served in Brazil, notably by the Brazilian Urban Transport Company (CBTU) as part of the 6000 class.

Its 1000 mm gauge makes it ideal for railway networks where this specific track width is in use.

A true testament to Brazilian railway engineering, the RS-8 is ready to continue its operational legacy.

Explore the technical details of this historic locomotive and its vital role in Brazilian urban transport.

ALCo RS-8 (Brazil) technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	ALCo · 195920 units
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Weight	62 t136,686 lb	136,686 lb