MTM 1600

Built by Alsthom, MTM

Top speed

70 km/h

43 mph

Power output

1,177 kW

1,578 hp

Weight

58 t

127,868 lb

Length

13.32 m

43 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1982–1983

Overview of the MTM 1600

Explore the powerful Alsthom MTM 1600 diesel locomotive, a robust engine designed for efficiency and reliability on narrow-gauge lines.

With a top speed of 70 km/h and a significant power output of 1177 kW, this locomotive boasts a formidable presence.

Its impressive dimensions, including a length of 13.32 meters and a width of 2.6 meters, are complemented by its substantial weight of 58 tons.

Originally built between 1982 and 1983, the 1600 class has served various operators, including Convensa: Grupo FCC and Ferrocarriles de Vía Estrecha in Spain, demonstrating its enduring utility.

The locomotive's Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement ensures excellent traction and maneuverability on the 1000 mm gauge tracks it operates on.

MTM 1600 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Alsthom, MTM · 1982–1983
Top speed	70 km/h43 mph	43 mph
Power output	1,177 kW1,578 hp	1,578 hp
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	13.32 m43 ft 8 in	43 ft 8 in
Width	2.6 m8 ft 6 in	8 ft 6 in
Height	3.63 m11 ft 11 in	11 ft 11 in
Weight	58 t127,868 lb	127,868 lb