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Diesel locomotive

FAUR CFR 83

Built by 23 August Works

Top speed
100 km/h
62 mph
Power output
1,104 kW
1,480 hp
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1966–1985
Axle arrangement
B'B'

Overview of the FAUR CFR 83

Discover the CFR 83, a robust diesel locomotive with a rich history in Romanian railway services.

Built by 23 August Works between 1966 and 1985, this workhorse was a staple for CFR passenger services.

The CFR 83 boasts a power output of 1104 kW and can reach speeds of up to 100 km/h.

Featuring a B'B' UIC axle configuration and a standard 1435 mm gauge, it was designed for reliable performance.

This resilient locomotive even underwent refurbishment in 1998, highlighting its enduring service life.

Explore the legacy of the CFR 83 and its significant contribution to rail transport in Romania.

FAUR CFR 83 technical specifications

Value
SeriesFAUR80
Built by23 August Works · 1966–1985
Refurbished1998
Top speed100 km/h62 mph
Power output1,104 kW1,480 hp
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementB'B'
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Operators of the FAUR CFR 83

Railway companies that have operated the CFR 83, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
CFR passenger servicesCFR Călători 83Romania

FAUR CFR 83 photos

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