Nuove Costruzioni LDH 800
Built by Nuove Costruzioni
Overview of the Nuove Costruzioni LDH 800
Discover the LDH 800, a robust diesel locomotive built by Nuove Costruzioni.
This versatile engine operates on a standard 1435 mm gauge and boasts a top speed of 80 km/h.
With a length of 11.46 meters and weighing 48 tons, it features a B'B' axle arrangement, making it suitable for various railway operations.
The LDH 800 is a key part of Sorema Ferroviaria's fleet, classified as SF LDH 800 in Italy.
Nuove Costruzioni LDH 800 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Nuove Costruzioni | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'B' | |
| Length | 11.46 m37 ft 7 in | |
| Weight | 48 t105,822 lb |
Operators of the Nuove Costruzioni LDH 800
Railway companies that have operated the LDH 800, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Sorema Ferroviaria | SF LDH 800 | Italy |
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