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Diesel locomotive

Krupp DH6500

Built by Krupp

Power output
480 kW
644 hp
Length
10.5 m
34 ft 5 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1960
40 units
Axle arrangement
C

Overview of the Krupp DH6500

Discover the reliable DH6500, a versatile diesel locomotive renowned for its robust design and efficient performance.

Built by Krupp in 1960, this C-type locomotive boasts a substantial 480 kW power output, making it a workhorse on the tracks.

With a standard 1435 mm gauge, the DH6500 has served with distinction in Turkey under the Turkish State Railways as the TCDD DH6500 class. Its compact 10.5-meter length ensures agility on various rail lines.

Explore the operational history and specifications of this enduring diesel locomotive.

Krupp DH6500 technical specifications

Value
Built byKrupp · 196040 units
Power output480 kW644 hp
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementC
Length10.5 m34 ft 5 in
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Operators of the Krupp DH6500

Railway companies that have operated the DH6500, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Turkish State RailwaysTCDD DH6500Türkiye

Krupp DH6500 photos

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