© trainspo.comKrupp DH 1504
Built by Henschel, KHD, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, MaK
Overview of the Krupp DH 1504
Discover the powerful DH 1504 diesel locomotive, a robust workhorse operating in Germany with the Niederrheinische Verkehrsbetriebe AG (NIAG).
Classified as NIAG DH 1504, this impressive locomotive boasts a top speed of 120 km/h and a substantial power output of 1500 kW.
With a standard gauge of 1435 mm and a B'B' wheel arrangement, the DH 1504 is equipped with a reliable MTU 12V 4000 R20 prime mover.
Built by renowned manufacturers like Henschel, KHD, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, and MaK as part of the V160 series, this locomotive underwent refurbishment in 1998, ensuring its continued efficiency and dependability in rail operations.
Krupp 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 Krupp 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 |
Krupp DH 1504 photos
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