© trainspo.comDe Dietrich OSE 6400
Built by De Dietrich
Overview of the De Dietrich OSE 6400
Discover the OSE 6400, a significant diesel multiple unit (DMU) from Greece's railway heritage.
Built by De Dietrich between 1950 and 1952, this model, also known as OSE AA.6401 under the Hellenic Railways Organisation, offers a glimpse into mid-20th-century locomotive design.
Featuring a 1000 mm gauge, the OSE 6400 is characterized by its B’2’2’B’ UIC axle arrangement, ensuring a stable and capable performance on the tracks.
This versatile DMU has served the Hellenic Railways Organisation faithfully, contributing to efficient passenger transport across Greece for many years.
De Dietrich OSE 6400 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | De Dietrich · 1950–195213 units | |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B’2’2’B’ |
Operators of the De Dietrich OSE 6400
Railway companies that have operated the OSE 6400, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Hellenic Railways Organisation | OSE AA.6401 | Greece |
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