© trainspo.comLuhanskteplovoz TEM2U
Built by BMZ, Lugansk
Overview of the Luhanskteplovoz TEM2U
Discover the robust TEM2U diesel locomotive, a powerful workhorse designed for heavy-duty rail operations.
With a build originating from BMZ and Lugansk starting in 1978, this locomotive boasts an impressive 880 kW power output and a top speed of 100 km/h. Its reliable 1520 mm gauge and Co'Co' axle configuration make it suitable for diverse railway networks.
The TEM2U has served various operators, including Russian Railways (RZD), Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ), and Georgian Railway (SR), showcasing its versatility and enduring performance. Explore the strength and efficiency of this classic diesel locomotive.
Luhanskteplovoz TEM2U technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | TEM2 | |
| Built by | BMZ, Lugansk · 1978 | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 880 kW1,180 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' |
Operators of the Luhanskteplovoz TEM2U
Railway companies that have operated the TEM2U, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Azerbaijan Railways | ADDY TEM2U | Azerbaijan |
| Private owners group | @private-ee TEM2U | Estonia |
| Georgian Railway | SR TEM2U | Georgia |
| Kazakhstan Temir Zholy | KTZ TEM2U | Kazakhstan |
| Gargzdu gelezinkelis | GG Rail TEM2U | Lithuania |
| Private owners group | @private-lt TEM2U | Lithuania |
| Ulaan-Baatar railway | UBTZ TEM2U | Mongolia |
| Private owners group | @private-ru TEM2U | Russia |
| Russian Railways | RZD TEM2U | Russia |
| Private owners group | @private-ua TEM2U | Ukraine |
Luhanskteplovoz TEM2U photos
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