© trainspo.comGE C30-7 1520 mm
Built by GE
Overview of the GE C30-7 1520 mm
Explore the robust GE C30-7 diesel locomotive, a reliable powerhouse built by General Electric between 1976 and 1986.
This impressive machine is part of the well-regarded Dash 7 family, specifically designed for the 1520 mm broad gauge tracks.
Its Co'Co' wheel arrangement ensures excellent traction and significant power, making it perfectly suited for heavy freight transport.
Currently serving on the Ulaan-Baatar Railway in Mongolia, where it is known as the UBTZ DASH7, it stands as a testament to enduring performance and reliability.
The GE C30-7 is a prime choice for railway operations requiring efficient and powerful diesel traction on broad gauge lines.
GE C30-7 1520 mm technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | GE C30-7 | |
| Family | Dash 7 | |
| Built by | GE · 1976–1986 | |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' |
Operators of the GE C30-7 1520 mm
Railway companies that have operated the C30-7 1520 mm, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Ulaan-Baatar railway | UBTZ DASH7 | Mongolia |
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