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Diesel locomotive

MTE DE18000

Built by MTE

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

1,320 kW

1,770 hp

Weight

80 t

176,370 lb

Length

16.44 m

53 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1970

5 units

Overview of the MTE DE18000

Explore the powerful DE18000 diesel locomotive, a robust engine designed for efficient railway operations.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and a substantial power output of 1320 kW, it's built to handle significant hauling tasks.

Its Bo'Bo' classification and standard 1435 mm gauge make it a versatile choice for various rail applications.

Constructed by MTE in 1970, this locomotive boasts a solid build, weighing 80 tons.

Measuring 16.44 meters in length, 2.7 meters in width, and 4.15 meters in height, it offers a substantial presence on the tracks.

The DE18000 served with the Turkish State Railways, known as TCDD DE18000, proving itself a reliable asset in rail transport.

MTE DE18000 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	MTE · 19705 units
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	1,320 kW1,770 hp	1,770 hp
Tractive effort	263 kN59,125 lbf	59,125 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	16.44 m53 ft 11 in	53 ft 11 in
Width	2.7 m8 ft 10 in	8 ft 10 in
Height	4.15 m13 ft 7 in	13 ft 7 in
Weight	80 t176,370 lb	176,370 lb

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Operators of the MTE DE18000

Railway companies that have operated the DE18000, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Turkish State Railways	TCDD DE18000	Türkiye

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