© trainspo.comKrauss-Maffei DH 1504
Built by Henschel, KHD, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, MaK
Overview of the Krauss-Maffei DH 1504
Discover the DH 1504, a powerful and versatile diesel locomotive, perfect for a wide range of railway applications.
Built by renowned manufacturers such as Henschel, KHD, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, and MaK, this locomotive boasts a robust and reliable design. Its V160 series testifies to its capability to handle challenging tasks.
With a top speed of 120 km/h and an MTU 12V 4000 R20 engine delivering 1500 kW, the DH 1504 is engineered for efficiency and high performance. Its 1435 mm gauge and B'B' axle configuration make it suitable for numerous railway networks.
Refurbished in 1998, the DH 1504 has continued to serve faithfully, as evidenced by its operation with Niederrheinische Verkehrsbetriebe AG in Germany. This locomotive represents an excellent example of German railway engineering.
Krauss-Maffei DH 1504 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | V160 | |
| Built by | Henschel, KHD, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, MaK | |
| Refurbished | On Rail 1998 (6) | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 1,500 kW2,012 hp | |
| Prime mover | MTU 12V 4000 R20 | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'B' |
Operators of the Krauss-Maffei DH 1504
Railway companies that have operated the DH 1504, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Niederrheinische Verkehrsbetriebe AG | NIAG DH 1504 | Germany |
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