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Diesel locomotive

LKM V 118.6

Built by LKM

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Weight
95 t
209,439 lb
Length
19.46 m
63 ft 10 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1966–1970
Axle arrangement
C'C'

Overview of the LKM V 118.6

Explore the V 118.6, a powerful diesel locomotive renowned for its reliability and versatility.

Built between 1966 and 1970, this locomotive boasts a top speed of 120 km/h and a gauge of 1435 mm. With a length of 19.46 meters and a weight of 95 tons, it's a robust workhorse on the rails.

Classified as C'C', the V 118.6 has served various railway companies in Germany, including Muldental Eisenbahnverkehrsgesellschaft mbH and Rennsteigbahn GmbH & Co. KG. A true highlight for any railway enthusiast.

LKM V 118.6 technical specifications

Value
SeriesV 180
Built byLKM · 1966–1970
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementC'C'
Length19.46 m63 ft 10 in
Weight95 t209,439 lb

Operators of the LKM V 118.6

Railway companies that have operated the V 118.6, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Muldental Eisenbahnverkehrsgesellschaft mbHMTEG 118.6Germany
Rennsteigbahn GmbH & Co. KGRennsteigbahn 228.6Germany

LKM V 118.6 photos

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