Kalugaputmash TGK2

Built by Kalugaputmash

Top speed

60 km/h

37 mph

Track gauge

1,520 mm

Russian broad gauge

Years built

1960–2008

Axle arrangement

Overview of the Kalugaputmash TGK2

Discover the versatile TGK2 diesel locomotive, a symbol of railway engineering known for its remarkable adaptability across various track gauges.

Built between 1960 and 2008 by Kalugaputmash, this locomotive boasts a top speed of 60 km/h and is recognized for its 0-4-0 Whyte notation.

The TGK2 operates in countries including Germany, Estonia, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Lithuania, Latvia, Russia, Ukraine, and Moldova, serving both national railways and private owners.

With a significant presence across diverse railway systems, the TGK2 exemplifies reliability and enduring performance, available in both 1520 mm and 1435 mm gauges.

Explore the robustness and history of this iconic diesel locomotive, a hallmark of efficiency and adaptability in rail transport.

Kalugaputmash TGK2 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	TGK2
Built by	Kalugaputmash · 1960–2008
Top speed	60 km/h37 mph	37 mph
Track gauge	1520 mm, 1435 mm
UIC axle arrangement	B'
Whyte notation	0-4-0

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Operators of the Kalugaputmash TGK2

Railway companies that have operated the TGK2, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Belarusian Railway	BCh TGK2	Belarus
Private owners group	@private-ee TGK2	Estonia
Private owners group	@private-de TGK2	Germany
Kazakhstan Temir Zholy	KTZ TGK2	Kazakhstan
Private owners group	@private-kz TGK2	Kazakhstan
Private owners group	@private-kg TGK2	Kyrgyzstan
Private owners group	@private-lv TGK2	Latvia
Private owners group	@private-lt TGK2	Lithuania
Moldovan Railway	CFM TGK2	Moldova
Private owners group	@private-ru TGK2	Russia
Russian Railways	RZD TGK2	Russia
Private owners group	@private-ua TGK2	Ukraine
Ukrainian Railways	UZ TGK2	Ukraine