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Diesel locomotive

CRRC Qishuyan DF8B

Built by Qishuyan, Ziyang

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Power output

3,680 kW

4,935 hp

Weight

150 t

330,693 lb

Length

22 m

72 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1997

Overview of the CRRC Qishuyan DF8B

Discover the powerful DF8B diesel locomotive, a workhorse of the China Railway Corporation.

Built by Qishuyan and Ziyang starting in 1997, this 1435 mm gauge locomotive is engineered for performance and reliability.

With a top speed of 100 km/h and an impressive power output of 3680 kW, the DF8B is a vital asset for China's rail transport.

Its robust characteristics, including a length of 22 meters and a weight of 150 tons, highlight its capability to handle heavy loads.

Powered by a CRRC Qishuyan 16V280ZJA prime mover, it delivers a tractive effort of 480 kN, ideal for demanding tasks.

The DF8B stands as a prime example of modern railway engineering, tailored for the needs of the Chinese network.

CRRC Qishuyan DF8B technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	DF8
Built by	Qishuyan, Ziyang · 1997
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Power output	3,680 kW4,935 hp	4,935 hp
Tractive effort	480 kN107,908 lbf	107,908 lbf
Prime mover	CRRC Qishuyan 16V280ZJA
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	22 m72 ft 2 in	72 ft 2 in
Width	3.3 m10 ft 10 in	10 ft 10 in
Height	4.74 m15 ft 7 in	15 ft 7 in
Weight	150 t330,693 lb	330,693 lb

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Operators of the CRRC Qishuyan DF8B

Railway companies that have operated the DF8B, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
China Railway Corporation	CR DF8B	China

CRRC Qishuyan DF8B photos

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