© trainspo.comLuhanskteplovoz RZD OR18
Built by Lugansk
Overview of the Luhanskteplovoz RZD OR18
Discover the RZD OR18, a powerful steam locomotive that served Russian Railways with distinction.
Built by Lugansk between 1951 and 1954, this impressive 2-10-2 Whyte notation locomotive was designed for robust performance.
With a top speed of 80 km/h and a substantial weight of 122 tons, the RZD OR18 was a workhorse of its era, operating on a 1520 mm gauge track.
Explore the enduring legacy of this classic Russian locomotive, a testament to engineering and railway history.
Luhanskteplovoz RZD OR18 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | RZD OR18 | |
| Built by | Lugansk · 1951–19544 units | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 1'E1' h2 | |
| Whyte notation | 2-10-2 | |
| Length | 14.79 m48 ft 6 in | |
| Weight | 122 t268,964 lb |
Operators of the Luhanskteplovoz RZD OR18
Railway companies that have operated the RZD OR18, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Railways | RZD OR18 | Russia |
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