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Diesel locomotive

BLW DL560C / CGR M8

Built by 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

1995–2001

8 units

Overview of the BLW DL560C / CGR M8

Discover the robust DL560C / CGR M8, a powerful diesel locomotive designed for Sri Lanka Railways.

This impressive locomotive, classified as CGR M8, belongs to the WDM-2 series and was built by DLW between 1995 and 2001.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and a broad gauge of 1676 mm, it's perfectly equipped for demanding railway operations.

Its significant power output of 1790 kW, driven by an ALCo 251B V16 engine, ensures reliable performance.

Measuring 17.12 meters in length and weighing 113 tons, the DL560C / CGR M8 makes a substantial presence on the tracks.

Its Co'Co' axle arrangement and generous dimensions highlight its capacity and stability.

Explore the technical excellence and dependability of this remarkable diesel locomotive.

BLW DL560C / CGR M8 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	WDM-2
Built by	DLW · 1995–20018 units
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	1,790 kW2,400 hp	2,400 hp
Prime mover	ALCo 251B V16
Track gauge	1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in	5 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	17.12 m56 ft 2 in	56 ft 2 in
Width	2.86 m9 ft 5 in	9 ft 5 in
Height	4.18 m13 ft 9 in	13 ft 9 in
Weight	113 t249,122 lb	249,122 lb

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Operators of the BLW DL560C / CGR M8

Railway companies that have operated the DL560C / CGR M8, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Sri Lanka Railways	CGR M8	Sri Lanka

BLW DL560C / CGR M8 photos

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