Moyse Y 7400

Built by De Dietrich, Decauville, Moyse

Top speed

60 km/h

37 mph

Power output

129 kW

173 hp

Weight

32 t

70,548 lb

Length

8.94 m

29 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1963–1972

489 units

Overview of the Moyse Y 7400

Discover the Y 7400, a versatile diesel locomotive built for efficiency and maneuverability.

Constructed in France between 1963 and 1972 by esteemed manufacturers like De Dietrich, Decauville, and Moyse, the Y 7400 has served prominent railway companies such as SNCF and Régiorail Lorraine.

With a weight of 32 tons and a power output of 129 kW, this locomotive delivers a robust tractive effort of 73 kN, making it ideal for shunting and short-distance operations.

Its compact dimensions, measuring 8.94 meters in length and 2.87 meters in width, allow for excellent agility within railway yards and facilities.

Reaching a top speed of 60 km/h and operating on a standard 1435 mm gauge, the Y 7400 is a reliable and powerful choice for various railway tasks.

Explore the capabilities of the Y 7400, a locomotive that embodies proven durability and performance in the rail industry.

Moyse Y 7400 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	De Dietrich, Decauville, Moyse · 1963–1972489 units
Top speed	60 km/h37 mph	37 mph
Power output	129 kW173 hp	173 hp
Tractive effort	73 kN16,411 lbf	16,411 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	B'
Whyte notation	0-4-0
Length	8.94 m29 ft 4 in	29 ft 4 in
Width	2.87 m9 ft 5 in	9 ft 5 in
Height	3.87 m12 ft 8 in	12 ft 8 in
Weight	32 t70,548 lb	70,548 lb