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Steam locomotive

KTZ L

Built by BMZ, KTZ, Luhanskteplovoz

Top speed
80 km/h
50 mph
Length
13.8 m
45 ft 3 in
Track gauge
1,524 mm
Russian broad gauge
Axle arrangement
1'E h2

Overview of the KTZ L

Discover the L-class steam locomotive, a robust 2-10-0 classification built by BMZ, KTZ, and Luhanskteplovoz. This impressive locomotive boasts a top speed of 80 km/h and a broad gauge of 1524 mm.

With a length of 13.8 meters, the L-class locomotive has served numerous railway companies across Belarus, Estonia, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Russia, and Ukraine. It represents a significant piece of railway history, contributing substantially to transportation.

This iconic steam locomotive, a testament to engineering prowess, continues to captivate railway enthusiasts. Explore its enduring legacy and powerful presence on the tracks.

KTZ L technical specifications

Value
Built byBMZ, KTZ, Luhanskteplovoz
Top speed80 km/h50 mph
Track gauge1,524 mmRussian broad gauge5 ft 0 in
UIC axle arrangement1'E h2
Whyte notation2-10-0
Length13.8 m45 ft 3 in

Operators of the KTZ L

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

OperatorClassCountry
Belarusian RailwayBCh LBelarus
EdelaraudteeEDLR LEstonia
Estonian RailwaysEVR LEstonia
Kazakhstan Temir ZholyKTZ LKazakhstan
Latvian RailwaysLDZ LLatvia
Lithuanian RailwaysLG LLithuania
Russian RailwaysRZD LRussia
Ukrainian RailwaysUZ LUkraine

KTZ L photos

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