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Diesel locomotive

Saalasti Tve1

Built by Saalasti

Top speed
30 km/h
19 mph
Power output
86 kW
115 hp
Weight
18 t
39,683 lb
Length
7.15 m
23 ft 5 in
Track gauge
1,524 mm
Russian broad gauge
Years built
1958–1963
30 units

Overview of the Saalasti Tve1

Discover the Tve1 diesel locomotive, a robust and reliable workhorse built by Saalasti between 1958 and 1963.

This compact diesel loco, weighing in at 18 tons with a power output of 86 kW, is designed for efficient operation on broad gauge 1524 mm tracks.

With a top speed of 30 km/h, the Tve1 is well-suited for shunting and industrial duties.

Its dimensions, including a length of 7.15 meters, width of 3.08 meters, and height of 3.44 meters, ensure versatility in various operational environments.

The Tve1, a classic example of Finnish railway engineering, is a popular choice for heritage railways, with the Porvoon Museorautatie ry operating a notable example as the PMR Tve1.

Experience the enduring legacy of the Tve1, a testament to durable diesel locomotive design.

Saalasti Tve1 technical specifications

Value
Built bySaalasti · 1958–196330 units
Top speed30 km/h19 mph
Power output86 kW115 hp
Track gauge1,524 mmRussian broad gauge5 ft 0 in
Length7.15 m23 ft 5 in
Width3.08 m10 ft 1 in
Height3.44 m11 ft 3 in
Weight18 t39,683 lb
Axle load9 t19,842 lb

Operators of the Saalasti Tve1

Railway companies that have operated the Tve1, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Porvoon Museorautatie ryPMR Tve1Finland

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