© trainspo.comCRRC Qishuyan DF
Built by CRRC Chengdu, CRRC Datong, CRRC Dalian, CRRC Qishuyan
Overview of the CRRC Qishuyan DF
Explore the robust DF diesel locomotive, a powerful workhorse designed for demanding rail operations.
This impressive locomotive boasts a length of 16.92 meters and weighs a substantial 126 tons, ensuring stability and capability.
Operating on a 1435 mm gauge track, it achieves a top speed of 100 km/h, making it efficient for various transport needs.
Built by renowned manufacturers CRRC Chengdu, CRRC Datong, CRRC Dalian, and CRRC Qishuyan, the DF, series TE3, exemplifies modern railway engineering.
Its distinguished Co'Co' axle configuration makes it a versatile choice for operations like those of Vietnam Railways in the DSVN D16E class, offering reliability for both freight and passenger services.
CRRC Qishuyan DF technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | TE3 | |
| Built by | CRRC Chengdu, CRRC Datong, CRRC Dalian, CRRC Qishuyan | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 16.92 m55 ft 6 in | |
| Width | 3.34 m10 ft 11 in | |
| Height | 4.78 m15 ft 8 in | |
| Weight | 126 t277,782 lb | |
| Axle load | 21 t46,297 lb |
Operators of the CRRC Qishuyan DF
Railway companies that have operated the DF, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Railways | DSVN D16E | Vietnam |
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