MaK GDT

Built by MaK

Top speed

75 km/h

47 mph

Power output

170 kW

228 hp

Weight

41 t

90,389 lb

Length

26.4 m

86 ft 7 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1953–1961

13 units

Overview of the MaK GDT

Discover the MaK GDT railcar, a classic German locomotive known for its reliability and historical significance.

Built between 1953 and 1961, this railcar has a top speed of 75 km/h and a seating capacity of 108 passengers.

It features a Deutz A12L714 prime mover, delivering 170 kW of power. Its dimensions include a length of 26.4 meters, a width of 2.83 meters, and a height of 4.05 meters, with a weight of 41 tons.

Currently, the MaK GDT operates with Touristik-Eisenbahn Lüneburger Heide GmbH in Germany, proudly classified as TEL GDT. This railcar maintains a standard gauge of 1435 mm.

Explore the rich heritage and operational capabilities of the MaK GDT railcar.

MaK GDT technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	MaK · 1953–196113 units
Top speed	75 km/h47 mph	47 mph
Power output	170 kW228 hp	228 hp
Prime mover	Deutz A12L714
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	(1A)'(A1)'
Capacity	108 seats
Length	26.4 m86 ft 7 in	86 ft 7 in
Width	2.83 m9 ft 3 in	9 ft 3 in
Height	4.05 m13 ft 3 in	13 ft 3 in
Weight	41 t90,389 lb	90,389 lb