© trainspo.comMaK DE 1024
Built by ABB, Krupp, MaK
Overview of the MaK DE 1024
Discover the robust DE 1024, a powerful diesel locomotive designed for heavy-duty service.
Built by ABB, Krupp, and MaK in 1989, this impressive machine boasts a top speed of 160 km/h and operates on a standard 1435 mm gauge.
With its Co'Co' wheel arrangement and a formidable 405 kN tractive effort, the DE 1024 is engineered for efficiency and reliability.
Its substantial weight of 117 tons and a prime mover by MaK 12M282 ensure it's equipped for demanding railway operations.
This locomotive has served with Häfen und Güterverkehr Köln AG in Germany, contributing significantly to freight transport.
MaK DE 1024 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | ABB, Krupp, MaK · 19893 units | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Tractive effort | 405 kN91,048 lbf | |
| Prime mover | MaK 12M282 | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 20.96 m68 ft 9 in | |
| Width | 2.91 m9 ft 7 in | |
| Height | 4.17 m13 ft 8 in | |
| Weight | 117 t257,941 lb |
Operators of the MaK DE 1024
Railway companies that have operated the DE 1024, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Häfen und Güterverkehr Köln AG | HGK DE 1024 | Germany |
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