© trainspo.comDLRR TEP70K
Built by KTZ
Overview of the DLRR TEP70K
Discover the TEP70K, a powerful diesel locomotive renowned for its reliability and robust performance.
Designed for a 1520 mm gauge, this workhorse has proven its mettle across various railway networks.
With a top speed of 160 km/h, the TEP70K is perfectly capable of hauling significant loads and maintaining demanding schedules. Its sturdy construction, measuring 21.7 meters in length and weighing 135 tons, ensures excellent stability and pulling power.
The 2250 kW power output guarantees efficient traction in diverse operating conditions. Its Co'Co' axle configuration highlights its ability to provide optimal grip and weight distribution.
Built between 1973 and 2006, this locomotive has undergone refurbishments, including those by DLRR, ensuring its continued operational readiness. The BCh TEP70K, seen in service with Belarusian Railway, is a prime example of its importance in rail transport.
DLRR TEP70K technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | TEP70 | |
| Built by | KTZ · 1973–2006 | |
| Refurbished | DLRR | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Power output | 2,250 kW3,017 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 21.7 m71 ft 2 in | |
| Width | 3.08 m10 ft 1 in | |
| Height | 4.97 m16 ft 4 in | |
| Weight | 135 t297,624 lb |
Operators of the DLRR TEP70K
Railway companies that have operated the TEP70K, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Belarusian Railway | BCh TEP70K | Belarus |
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