Luhanskteplovoz Br 130 / 230

Built by Lugansk

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Power output

2,208 kW

2,961 hp

Weight

116 t

255,736 lb

Length

20.62 m

67 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1970

80 units

Overview of the Luhanskteplovoz Br 130 / 230

Discover the powerful BR 130 / 230 diesel locomotive, a versatile workhorse designed for robust performance.

Known also as the DR 130 or TE109, this impressive locomotive was built in Lugansk starting in 1970, boasting a top speed of 140 km/h.

Its standard gauge of 1435 mm and Co'Co' axle arrangement make it suitable for a wide range of heavy-duty tasks.

With a length of 20.62 meters and a substantial weight of 116 tons, the BR 130 / 230 is built for endurance and power.

Generating an impressive 2208 kW, this locomotive served with the Deutsche Reichsbahn and continues its service today with operators like Bahnlogistik24 under the class BLC 230.

Explore the capabilities and history of this significant German diesel locomotive.

Luhanskteplovoz Br 130 / 230 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	DR 130 / TE109
Built by	Lugansk · 197080 units
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Power output	2,208 kW2,961 hp	2,961 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	20.62 m67 ft 8 in	67 ft 8 in
Weight	116 t255,736 lb	255,736 lb