© trainspo.comBMZ TEM18DM
Built by BMZ
Overview of the BMZ TEM18DM
Discover the TEM18DM, a robust diesel locomotive designed for broad gauge railway operations.
This powerful machine, built in 2004 by BMZ, boasts a length of 16.9 meters and a substantial weight of 126 tons.
It is engineered to achieve impressive speeds of up to 100 km/h, making it a reliable workhorse.
The TEM18DM's versatility is evident in its operational reach, serving various railway networks in countries such as Russia, Ukraine, and Mongolia.
Its Co'Co' axle configuration and a considerable power output of 882 kW are key features that contribute to its efficiency in both freight and shunting duties.
Explore the technical specifications and visual aspects of the TEM18DM, a testament to dependable and effective railway engineering.
This locomotive stands as a solid choice for demanding rail operations.
BMZ TEM18DM technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | TEM18 | |
| Built by | BMZ · 2004 | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 882 kW1,183 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 16.9 m55 ft 5 in | |
| Width | 3.12 m10 ft 3 in | |
| Height | 4.37 m14 ft 4 in | |
| Weight | 126 t277,782 lb |
Operators of the BMZ TEM18DM
Railway companies that have operated the TEM18DM, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Ulaan-Baatar railway | UBTZ TEM18DM | Mongolia |
| Private owners group | @private-ru TEM18DM | Russia |
| Russian Railways | RZD TEM18DM | Russia |
| Private owners group | @private-ua TEM18DM | Ukraine |
BMZ TEM18DM photos
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