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Diesel locomotive

English Electric 20/3

Built by English Electric

Top speed
121 km/h
75 mph
Power output
746 kW
1,000 hp
Weight
73 t
160,937 lb
Length
14.26 m
46 ft 9 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the English Electric 20/3

Discover the versatile 20/3 diesel locomotive, renowned for its power and reliability.

This robust locomotive, built by English Electric, boasts an impressive top speed of 121 km/h and operates on standard gauge (1435 mm). With its Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and a length of 14.26 meters, it effortlessly handles diverse transport tasks.

The 20/3 features a power output of 746 kW and a tractive effort of 187 kN, making it a valuable workhorse in rail operations.

It has been operated by notable rail companies such as Direct Rail Services and Harry Needle Railroad Company in the United Kingdom.

Experience the strength and efficiency of the 20/3 locomotive, an icon of diesel technology.

English Electric 20/3 technical specifications

Value
SeriesEE20
Built byEnglish Electric
Top speed121 km/h75 mph
Power output746 kW1,000 hp
Tractive effort187 kN42,039 lbf
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length14.26 m46 ft 9 in
Width2.67 m8 ft 9 in
Height3.86 m12 ft 8 in
Weight73 t160,937 lb

Operators of the English Electric 20/3

Railway companies that have operated the 20/3, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Direct Rail ServicesDRS 20/3United Kingdom
Harry Needle Railroad CompanyHNRC 20/3United Kingdom

English Electric 20/3 photos

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