© trainspo.comKockum NSB Skd 214
Built by Kockum
Overview of the Kockum NSB Skd 214
Discover the NSB Skd 214, a robust diesel locomotive built by Kockum in 1952.
This versatile locomotive boasts a 1435 mm gauge and weighs 19 tons, making it perfectly suited for shunting duties and lighter transport tasks on the Norwegian State Railways (NSB).
Its compact design, measuring 8.8 meters in length with a 0-4-0 Whyte notation, ensures excellent maneuverability and adaptability across various operational needs.
The NSB Skd 214 stands as a testament to classic engineering, a reliable workhorse from a bygone era.
Kockum NSB Skd 214 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kockum · 1952 | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B' | |
| Whyte notation | 0-4-0 | |
| Length | 8.8 m28 ft 10 in | |
| Weight | 19 t41,888 lb |
Operators of the Kockum NSB Skd 214
Railway companies that have operated the NSB Skd 214, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Norwegian State Railways | NSB Skd 214 | Norway |
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