Lokomo Dr12

Built by Lokomo, Valmet

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

1,400 kW

1,877 hp

Weight

121.8 t

268,523 lb

Length

18.56 m

60 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,524 mm

Russian broad gauge

Years built

1959–1963

42 units

Overview of the Lokomo Dr12

Discover the robust Dr12 diesel locomotive, a powerful 1524mm gauge engine built by Lokomo and Valmet between 1959 and 1963. This impressive machine boasts a top speed of 120 km/h and a formidable power output of 1400 kW, making it a true workhorse.

With its substantial weight of 121.8 tons and an axle load of 20.3 tons, the Dr12 is designed for demanding operational environments. Its imposing dimensions, including a length of 18.56 meters, width of 3.2 meters, and height of 4.66 meters, are complemented by its distinctive Co'Co' wheel arrangement, ensuring excellent traction and stability.

Currently, the Dr12 finds its career with Haapamäen museoveturiyhdistys ry in Finland, preserving this iconic piece of railway history. Explore the enduring legacy and impressive capabilities of this classic diesel locomotive.

Lokomo Dr12 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Lokomo, Valmet · 1959–196342 units
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	1,400 kW1,877 hp	1,877 hp
Track gauge	1,524 mmRussian broad gauge5 ft 0 in	5 ft 0 in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	18.56 m60 ft 11 in	60 ft 11 in
Width	3.2 m10 ft 6 in	10 ft 6 in
Height	4.66 m15 ft 3 in	15 ft 3 in
Weight	121.8 t268,523 lb	268,523 lb
Axle load	20.3 t44,754 lb	44,754 lb