© trainspo.comCRRC Ziyang SDA1
Built by CSR Ziyang
Overview of the CRRC Ziyang SDA1
Discover the SDA1 diesel locomotive, a powerful rail transport solution built by CSR Ziyang in 2012.
This robust engine boasts a top speed of 115 km/h and a substantial weight of 134 tons, making it ideal for heavy-duty operations.
Equipped with an MTU 20V 4000 R43L prime mover, the SDA1 delivers an impressive 3170 kW of power and a formidable 520 kN tractive effort.
Its 1435 mm gauge and Co'Co' UIC axle classification ensure broad compatibility across railway networks.
In Australia, the SDA1 serves key logistics providers like Bradken Limited, QUBE Logistics, and SCT Logistics, highlighting its reliability and efficiency in various freight applications.
CRRC Ziyang SDA1 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | CSR Ziyang · 2012 | |
| Top speed | 115 km/h71 mph | |
| Power output | 3,170 kW4,251 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 520 kN116,901 lbf | |
| Prime mover | MTU 20V 4000 R43L | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Weight | 134 t295,419 lb |
Operators of the CRRC Ziyang SDA1
Railway companies that have operated the SDA1, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Bradken Limited | Bradken BK | Australia |
| QUBE Logistics | QUBE QBX | Australia |
| SCT Logistics | SCT CSR | Australia |
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