Luhanskteplovoz Br 233

Built by Lugansk

Power output

2,206 kW

2,958 hp

Length

20.82 m

68 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1968–1978

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'

Overview of the Luhanskteplovoz Br 233

Explore the robust Br 233 locomotive, a powerful diesel engine renowned for its reliability and versatile service. This Co'Co' configuration marvel, originally from the DR 130 series and built by Lugansk between 1968 and 1978, boasts an impressive power output of 2206 kW.

The Br 233 has seen extensive service and refurbishment, with notable updates around 2002-2003. Its standard gauge of 1435 mm makes it suitable for a wide range of railway networks.

This locomotive has operated under various names and companies, including DB Bahnbau Gruppe GmbH, DB Cargo Deutschland, and in Bulgaria with Euroengineering. Its enduring presence highlights its significant contribution to freight and heavy-duty railway operations.

Luhanskteplovoz Br 233 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	DR 130 / TE109
Built by	Lugansk · 1968–1978
Refurbished	Luhanskteplovoz 2002 - 2003 (63)
Power output	2,206 kW2,958 hp	2,958 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	20.82 m68 ft 4 in	68 ft 4 in

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Operators of the Luhanskteplovoz Br 233

Railway companies that have operated the Br 233, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Euroengineering	EVRO 07	Bulgaria
RAILIMPEX	RAILIMPEX 07	Bulgaria
DB Bahnbau Gruppe GmbH	DBB 233	Germany
DB Cargo Deutschland	DBC 233	Germany
Deutsche Gleis- und Tiefbau GmbH	DGT 233	Germany
Györ-Sopron-Ebenfurti Vasut Részvénytarsasag	GySEV 648	Hungary
Kárpát Vasút	KARPAT 648	Hungary
Magyar Magánvasút ZRt.	MMV 648	Hungary