© trainspo.comMaK DE 1003
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Overview of the MaK DE 1003
Discover the DE 1003, a robust diesel locomotive designed for efficiency and reliability.
This powerful engine boasts a build from MaK between 1987 and 1988, featuring a Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement.
With a length of 15 meters and a weight of 88 tons, the DE 1003 is well-suited for various operational demands.
Its impressive dimensions, including a width of 3.1 meters and a height of 4.22 meters, ensure compatibility with standard track gauges of 1435 mm.
Previously operated by GTS Rail S.p.A. in Italy, this locomotive offers a top speed of 40 km/h, making it a dependable choice for freight and industrial services.
Explore the technical specifications and operational history of the DE 1003, a testament to German engineering and locomotive excellence.
MaK DE 1003 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | MaK · 1987–19884 units | |
| Top speed | 40 km/h25 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 15 m49 ft 3 in | |
| Width | 3.1 m10 ft 2 in | |
| Height | 4.22 m13 ft 10 in | |
| Weight | 88 t194,007 lb |
Operators of the MaK DE 1003
Railway companies that have operated the DE 1003, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| GTS Rail S.p.A. | GTSR DE 1003 | Italy |
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