© trainspo.comCRRC Datong DF4C
Built by Dalian, Datong, Sifang, Ziyang
Overview of the CRRC Datong DF4C
Explore the powerful DF4C diesel locomotive, a workhorse of the China Railway Corporation. This robust engine, built between 1985 and 1999, is designed for heavy-duty service across China's extensive rail network.
The DF4C boasts impressive specifications, including a top speed of 100 km/h and a formidable power output of 2650 kW. Its sturdy construction, with a length of 21.1 meters and a weight of 138 tons, ensures reliability for demanding tasks.
With a gauge of 1435 mm and a Co'Co' axle arrangement, this diesel locomotive is a staple in freight and passenger operations, contributing significantly to China's transportation infrastructure. Discover the enduring legacy of the DF4C.
CRRC Datong DF4C technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | DF4 | |
| Built by | Dalian, Datong, Sifang, Ziyang · 1985–1999845 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 2,650 kW3,554 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 328 kN73,737 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 21.1 m69 ft 3 in | |
| Width | 3.31 m10 ft 10 in | |
| Height | 4.75 m15 ft 7 in | |
| Weight | 138 t304,238 lb | |
| Axle load | 23 t50,706 lb |
Operators of the CRRC Datong DF4C
Railway companies that have operated the DF4C, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| China Railway Corporation | CR DF4C | China |
CRRC Datong DF4C photos
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