© trainspo.comKalugaputmash TGK
Built by Kalugaputmash
Overview of the Kalugaputmash TGK
Discover the powerful TGK diesel locomotive, a robust workhorse known for its reliable performance.
Built by Kalugaputmash between 1958 and 1962, this locomotive features a Co'Co' axle arrangement and operates on a 1520 mm gauge track.
With a top speed of 60 km/h and a weight of 25 tons, the TGK is well-suited for various operational needs.
This versatile diesel locomotive has served with the Belarusian Railway and is also in operation with private owners in Russia, showcasing its enduring utility in different rail environments.
Its compact dimensions, measuring 8.27 meters in length, 3.15 meters in width, and 3.25 meters in height, make it an efficient choice for many railway applications.
Kalugaputmash TGK technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kalugaputmash · 1958–1962684 units | |
| Top speed | 60 km/h37 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 8.27 m27 ft 2 in | |
| Width | 3.15 m10 ft 4 in | |
| Height | 3.25 m10 ft 8 in | |
| Weight | 25 t55,116 lb |
Operators of the Kalugaputmash TGK
Railway companies that have operated the TGK, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Belarusian Railway | BCh TGK | Belarus |
| Private owners group | @private-ru TGK | Russia |
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