BLW DL535A

Built by ALCo, BLW

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Power output

1,044 kW

1,400 hp

Weight

72 t

158,733 lb

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'

Overview of the BLW DL535A

Discover the DL535A, a formidable diesel locomotive boasting 1044 kW of power and built by ALCo and BLW.

This robust machine features a 1000 mm gauge and a Co'Co' axle configuration, capable of reaching speeds of up to 100 km/h.

With a weight of 72 tons and an axle load of 12 tons, the DL535A has been a vital asset to railways across Asia, serving with distinction in Bangladesh, Vietnam, India, and Malaysia.

Its enduring presence and reliable performance make it a true workhorse in the world of rail transport.

BLW DL535A technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	YDM-4
Built by	ALCo, BLW
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Power output	1,044 kW1,400 hp	1,400 hp
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Weight	72 t158,733 lb	158,733 lb
Axle load	12 t26,455 lb	26,455 lb