Luhanskteplovoz TE3

Built by HZTM, KTZ, Lugansk

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Power output

2,944 kW

3,948 hp

Track gauge

1,520 mm

Russian broad gauge

Years built

1956–1973

6,809 units

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'+Co'Co'

Overview of the Luhanskteplovoz TE3

Discover the TE3 locomotive, a powerful diesel engine designed for heavy-duty freight transport. Built between 1956 and 1973 by manufacturers including HZTM, KTZ, and Lugansk, the TE3 series saw 6809 units produced, cementing its role as a workhorse on the rails.

Operating on a 1520 mm gauge, this locomotive features a robust Co'Co'+Co'Co' axle configuration, ensuring excellent adhesion and tractive effort for hauling substantial loads.

With a power output of 2944 kW and a tractive effort of 570 kN, the TE3 is capable of reaching speeds of up to 100 km/h, making it an efficient solution for moving large volumes of goods.

The TE3 has been a vital part of railway operations across Kazakhstan, Russia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Latvia, and Ukraine, serving under various railway administrations like Russian Railways (RZD) and Ukrainian Railways (UZ), as well as private owners.

Explore the enduring legacy and performance of this iconic diesel locomotive, a cornerstone of freight transportation.

Luhanskteplovoz TE3 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	TE3
Built by	HZTM, KTZ, Lugansk · 1956–19736,809 units
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Power output	2,944 kW3,948 hp	3,948 hp
Tractive effort	570 kN128,141 lbf	128,141 lbf
Track gauge	1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in	4 ft 11⅞ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'+Co'Co'

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Operators of the Luhanskteplovoz TE3

Railway companies that have operated the TE3, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Azerbaijan Railways	ADDY TE3	Azerbaijan
Belarusian Railway	BCh TE3	Belarus
Private owners group	@private-kz TE3	Kazakhstan
Latvian Railways	LDZ TE3	Latvia
Private owners group	@private-ru TE3	Russia
Russian Railways	RZD TE3	Russia
Yamal Railway	YRW TE3	Russia
Ukrainian Railways	UZ TE3	Ukraine