© trainspo.comElectroputere 060-DA PL
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Overview of the Electroputere 060-DA PL
Explore the robust 060-DA PL locomotive, a powerful diesel engine built by Electroputere between 1965 and 1978. This impressive machine boasts a top speed of 100 km/h and a formidable tractive effort of 314 kN, making it a reliable workhorse for various rail operations.
With a substantial weight of 116 tons and a length of 17 meters, the 060-DA PL is a significant presence on the tracks. Its 1435 mm gauge and Co'Co' UIC axle arrangement are designed for stability and performance across standard rail networks.
Powered by a Sulzer 12LDA28 prime mover, delivering 1544 kW, this locomotive has served diverse operators in Poland, including PKP Cargo, CTL Logistics, and various private owners. Its versatility is evident in its ongoing use and the different classifications it has held, such as ST43.
The 060-DA PL represents a blend of durability and functionality, a testament to its enduring design and contribution to railway logistics. Discover the strength and capability of this classic diesel locomotive.
Electroputere 060-DA PL technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | 060-DA | |
| Built by | Electroputere · 1965–1978422 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 1,544 kW2,071 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 314 kN70,590 lbf | |
| Prime mover | Sulzer 12LDA28 | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 17 m55 ft 9 in | |
| Width | 3 m9 ft 10 in | |
| Weight | 116 t255,736 lb |
Operators of the Electroputere 060-DA PL
Railway companies that have operated the 060-DA PL, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| CTL Logistics | CTL ST43 | Poland |
| Orion Kolej | Orion Kolej 060DA | Poland |
| PKP Cargo | PKP Cargo ST43 | Poland |
| Private owners group | @private-pl 060DA | Poland |
| Private owners group | @private-pl ST43 | Poland |
| Przedsiebiorstwo Robót Kolejowych i Inzynieryjnych | PRKiI ST43 | Poland |
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