Krauss-Maffei T-3000

Built by Krauss-Maffei

Top speed

180 km/h

112 mph

Power output

1,668 kW

2,237 hp

Weight

88 t

194,007 lb

Length

19 m

62 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,668 mm

Iberian gauge

Years built

1968–1969

5 units

Overview of the Krauss-Maffei T-3000

Explore the T-3000 diesel locomotive, a powerful 1668 kW machine built by Krauss-Maffei between 1968 and 1969. This impressive diesel locomotive boasts a top speed of 180 km/h, making it a significant piece of railway engineering.

Designed with a 1668 mm gauge and a B'B' UIC axle configuration, the T-3000 measures 19 meters in length and 3.45 meters in height. Its substantial weight of 88 tonnes and a power output of 1668 kW contribute to its robust and efficient performance.

Originally operated by Renfe Operadora in Spain as part of the RENFE 353 class, this locomotive continues to capture the attention of train enthusiasts with its historical significance and technical specifications.

Krauss-Maffei T-3000 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	T-3000
Built by	Krauss-Maffei · 1968–19695 units
Top speed	180 km/h112 mph	112 mph
Power output	1,668 kW2,237 hp	2,237 hp
Track gauge	1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in	5 ft 5⅝ in
UIC axle arrangement	B'B'
Length	19 m62 ft 4 in	62 ft 4 in
Width	3.04 m10 ft 0 in	10 ft 0 in
Height	3.45 m11 ft 4 in	11 ft 4 in
Weight	88 t194,007 lb	194,007 lb