Euskalduna DL535S / RSD39

Built by Euskalduna, ALCo

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

743 kW

996 hp

Weight

84 t

185,188 lb

Length

16.24 m

53 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,676 mm

Indian broad gauge

Years built

1965–1967

Overview of the Euskalduna DL535S / RSD39

Discover the robust DL535S / RSD39 diesel locomotive, a powerful workhorse designed for demanding railway operations.

Built by Euskalduna and ALCo between 1965 and 1967, this locomotive boasts a reliable Co'Co' wheel arrangement and a substantial weight of 84 tons. Its 743 kW power output ensures efficient traction for various services.

Operating on a 1676 mm gauge, the DL535S / RSD39 has served with distinction in Argentina, including with Trenes Argentinos Operadora Ferroviaria and Trains of Buenos Aires.

With a length of 16.24 meters and a top speed of 120 km/h, this locomotive is a testament to enduring railway engineering, ready to tackle the challenges of freight and passenger transport.

Euskalduna DL535S / RSD39 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	DL535S
Built by	Euskalduna, ALCo · 1965–1967
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	743 kW996 hp	996 hp
Track gauge	1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in	5 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	16.24 m53 ft 3 in	53 ft 3 in
Width	2.86 m9 ft 5 in	9 ft 5 in
Height	4.03 m13 ft 3 in	13 ft 3 in
Weight	84 t185,188 lb	185,188 lb