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Diesel locomotive

Henschel DH 1200

Built by Henschel

Top speed

70 km/h

43 mph

Power output

810 kW

1,086 hp

Weight

49 t

108,026 lb

Length

13.04 m

42 ft 9 in

Track gauge

760 mm

Bosnian gauge

Years built

1965

10 units

Overview of the Henschel DH 1200

Discover the robust DH 1200 diesel locomotive, a powerful workhorse built by Henschel in 1965.

This impressive machine boasts a power output of 810 kW and can reach a top speed of 70 km/h, making it suitable for various rail operations.

With a gauge of 760 mm, it offers versatility on narrow-gauge lines.

Measuring 13.04 meters in length, 2.47 meters in width, and 3.52 meters in height, the DH 1200 weighs 49 tons and has an axle load of 12 tons.

Its tractive effort of 147 kN highlights its capability for hauling trains.

Previously serving with the Bulgarian State Railways as the BDŽ 75, this locomotive has a notable history in Bulgaria.

Explore the detailed specifications and appreciate the enduring design of the DH 1200.

Henschel DH 1200 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Henschel · 196510 units
Top speed	70 km/h43 mph	43 mph
Power output	810 kW1,086 hp	1,086 hp
Tractive effort	147 kN33,047 lbf	33,047 lbf
Track gauge	760 mmBosnian gauge2 ft 5⅞ in	2 ft 5⅞ in
UIC axle arrangement	B'B'
Length	13.04 m42 ft 9 in	42 ft 9 in
Width	2.47 m8 ft 1 in	8 ft 1 in
Height	3.52 m11 ft 7 in	11 ft 7 in
Weight	49 t108,026 lb	108,026 lb
Axle load	12 t26,455 lb	26,455 lb

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Operators of the Henschel DH 1200

Railway companies that have operated the DH 1200, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Bulgarian State Railways	BDŽ 75	Bulgaria

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