Luhanskteplovoz 2TE121

Built by Lugansk

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Power output

5,884 kW

7,891 hp

Weight

300 t

661,386 lb

Length

42 m

137 ft 10 in

Track gauge

1,520 mm

Russian broad gauge

Years built

1978–1992

76 units

Overview of the Luhanskteplovoz 2TE121

Explore the powerful 2TE121 diesel locomotive, a robust machine built in Lugansk between 1978 and 1992.

Designed for Russian Railways (RZD), this locomotive is a dependable workhorse for freight transport, boasting impressive power and durability.

With a top speed of 100 km/h and a formidable 5884 kW power output, the 2TE121 is engineered to efficiently move heavy loads across the 1520 mm gauge.

Its Co'Co'+Co'Co' axle configuration, 42-meter length, and 300-ton weight make it a solid and capable unit for various railway operations in Russia.

Luhanskteplovoz 2TE121 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Lugansk · 1978–199276 units
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Power output	5,884 kW7,891 hp	7,891 hp
Track gauge	1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in	4 ft 11⅞ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'+Co'Co'
Length	42 m137 ft 10 in	137 ft 10 in
Height	5.11 m16 ft 9 in	16 ft 9 in
Weight	300 t661,386 lb	661,386 lb
Axle load	25 t55,116 lb	55,116 lb