CRRC Dalian DF4(A)

Built by Dalian, Ziyang

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

2,650 kW

3,554 hp

Weight

138 t

304,238 lb

Length

21.1 m

69 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1969–1984

Overview of the CRRC Dalian DF4(A)

Discover the powerful DF4(A) diesel locomotive, an icon of Chinese railway engineering.

This robust machine, built by Dalian and Ziyang between 1969 and 1984, has been a fundamental pillar of the China Railway Corporation network.

With its Co'Co' design, it can reach speeds of up to 120 km/h, demonstrating its versatility and reliability in various tasks.

The DF4(A) stands out for its impressive technical characteristics, including a power output of 2650 kW and a tractive effort of 328 kN. Its length of 21.1 meters and weight of 138 tons make it a high-capacity locomotive, ready to face the challenges of rail transport. The standard gauge of 1435 mm is another of its distinguishing features.

CRRC Dalian DF4(A) technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	DF4
Built by	Dalian, Ziyang · 1969–1984
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	2,650 kW3,554 hp	3,554 hp
Tractive effort	328 kN73,737 lbf	73,737 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	21.1 m69 ft 3 in	69 ft 3 in
Width	3.31 m10 ft 10 in	10 ft 10 in
Height	4.75 m15 ft 7 in	15 ft 7 in
Weight	138 t304,238 lb	304,238 lb
Axle load	23 t50,706 lb	50,706 lb