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Diesel locomotive

BLW DL560C

Built by ALCo, DLW

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Power output
1,790 kW
2,400 hp
Weight
113 t
249,122 lb
Length
17.12 m
56 ft 2 in
Track gauge
1,676 mm
Indian broad gauge
Years built
1962

Overview of the BLW DL560C

Explore the powerful DL560C diesel locomotive, a robust workhorse with a rich history.

This versatile locomotive, also known as the WDM-2 series, was first built in 1962 by ALCo and DLW, becoming a staple in railway operations.

Featuring a top speed of 120 km/h and a broad gauge of 1676 mm, it's engineered for demanding track conditions.

The DL560C is characterized by its Co'Co' axle arrangement and is powered by a formidable ALCo 251B V16 engine, delivering an impressive 1790 kW.

With substantial dimensions measuring 17.12 m in length, 2.86 m in width, and 4.18 m in height, and weighing in at 113 tonnes, its imposing presence is matched by its capability.

These reliable locomotives have served with Bangladesh Railway (BR BED-26) and Indian Railways (IR WDM-2, WDM-2A, WDM-2S), contributing significantly to rail transport.

BLW DL560C technical specifications

Value
SeriesWDM-2
Built byALCo, DLW · 1962
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Power output1,790 kW2,400 hp
Prime moverALCo 251B V16
Track gauge1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Length17.12 m56 ft 2 in
Width2.86 m9 ft 5 in
Height4.18 m13 ft 9 in
Weight113 t249,122 lb

Operators of the BLW DL560C

Railway companies that have operated the DL560C, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Bangladesh RailwayBR BED-26Bangladesh
Indian RailwaysIR WDM-2India
Indian RailwaysIR WDM-2AIndia
Indian RailwaysIR WDM-2SIndia

BLW DL560C photos

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