© trainspo.comAlstom AD12b
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Overview of the Alstom AD12b
Discover the AD12b diesel locomotive, an impressive feat of engineering.
This robust locomotive, built by Alstom, is designed for a wide range of railway applications.
With a powerful 620 kW engine, the AD12b is a reliable partner on the tracks.
The locomotive is equipped with a Bo'Bo' axle configuration, ensuring excellent traction and stability.
The AD12b operates on a 1000 mm gauge and reaches a top speed of 70 km/h.
This model, classified as "MR DD.9", has served with Myanmar Railways and represents the strength and versatility of modern diesel locomotives.
A valuable asset for any railway collection or as a powerful workhorse on narrow-gauge lines.
Alstom AD12b technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | AD12b | |
| Built by | Alstom | |
| Top speed | 70 km/h43 mph | |
| Power output | 620 kW831 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' |
Operators of the Alstom AD12b
Railway companies that have operated the AD12b, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Myanmar Railways | MR DD.9 | Myanmar (Burma) |
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