Baldwin S-12

Built by Baldwin

Weight

108 t

238,099 lb

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1951–1956

451 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Baldwin S-12

Discover the S-12, a versatile and reliable diesel locomotive.

Designed for efficiency, the S-12 is a Bo'Bo' type diesel locomotive, recognized for its robustness and performance on railway networks.

With a weight of 108 tons and an ALCo 539T S6 prime mover, it has served various notable American railway companies, including McCloud Railway, Missouri-Kansas-Texas, SMS Rail Lines, and the Tennessee Valley Authority.

Its construction by Baldwin between 1951 and 1956, demonstrates its durability and adaptability to the demands of rail transport.

Featuring a 1435 mm gauge, the S-12 represents a proven choice for diverse freight and switching applications.

Baldwin S-12 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Baldwin · 1951–1956451 units
Prime mover	ALCo 539T S6
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Weight	108 t238,099 lb	238,099 lb

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Operators of the Baldwin S-12

Railway companies that have operated the S-12, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
McCloud Railway	MCR S-12	United States
Missouri-Kansas-Texas	MKT S12m	United States
SMS Rail Lines	SLRS S-12	United States
Tennessee Valley Authority	TVA S-12	United States