© trainspo.comAstraTZ TEM1M
Built by BMZ
Overview of the AstraTZ TEM1M
Discover the TEM1M, a robust diesel locomotive designed for demanding railway operations.
This versatile engine, also known by its series designation TEM1, boasts a powerful Co'Co' wheel arrangement and a top speed of 90 km/h.
Built by BMZ between 1968 and 1976, many TEM1M units have undergone refurbishments by companies like AstraTZ and Milorem, ensuring continued reliability.
Operating on a 1520 mm gauge, the TEM1M is a familiar sight in private owner groups in both Russia and Ukraine, contributing to essential freight and shunting tasks.
Explore the enduring legacy of this capable diesel locomotive.
AstraTZ TEM1M technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | TEM1 | |
| Built by | BMZ · 1976 | |
| Refurbished | AstraTZ, Milorem 1976 (142) | |
| Top speed | 90 km/h56 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' |
Operators of the AstraTZ TEM1M
Railway companies that have operated the TEM1M, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Private owners group | @private-ru TEM1M | Russia |
| Private owners group | @private-ua TEM1M | Ukraine |
AstraTZ TEM1M photos
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