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Diesel locomotive

Krupp M1500BB

Built by Krupp

Top speed
90 km/h
56 mph
Length
12.8 m
42 ft 0 in
Track gauge
1,000 mm
Metre gauge
Years built
1969
30 units
Axle arrangement
B'B'

Overview of the Krupp M1500BB

Explore the robust M1500BB diesel locomotive, a reliable workhorse that has served the State Railway of Thailand with distinction. This powerful engine, built by Krupp in 1969, embodies functional design and enduring performance, making it a vital component of Thailand's rail network.

Featuring a B'B' axle arrangement and a 1000 mm gauge, the M1500BB is expertly designed for its operational routes. It boasts a top speed of 90 km/h, ensuring efficient freight transport. Its practical dimensions, measuring 12.8 meters in length, 2.8 meters in width, and 3.88 meters in height, highlight its thoughtful engineering.

Classified as SRT KP, the M1500BB represents a significant piece of railway engineering heritage. More than just a locomotive, it stands as a testament to industrial capability and the rich history of Thailand's railway development.

Krupp M1500BB technical specifications

Value
SeriesM1500BB
Built byKrupp · 196930 units
Top speed90 km/h56 mph
Track gauge1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangementB'B'
Length12.8 m42 ft 0 in
Width2.8 m9 ft 2 in
Height3.88 m12 ft 9 in

Operators of the Krupp M1500BB

Railway companies that have operated the M1500BB, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
State Railway of ThailandSRT KPThailand

Krupp M1500BB photos

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