Skip to content
Locomotive-Specs
SLM D9 – photo 1© trainspo.com
Diesel locomotive

SLM D9

Built by ABB, MTU, SLM, Stadler

Top speed
37 km/h
23 mph
Power output
300 kW
402 hp
Track gauge
1,000 mm
Metre gauge
Years built
1995
Axle arrangement
BB

Overview of the SLM D9

Discover the FGC D9, a versatile diesel locomotive built by a collaboration of ABB, MTU, SLM, and Stadler in 1995. This locomotive is a reliable workhorse for the Catalonian Government Railways (FGC) in Spain.

Operating on a 1000 mm gauge, the D9 is designed for robust performance, featuring a powerful MTU 12V 183 TA12 prime mover that delivers 300 kW of power output. Its impressive tractive effort of 120 kN ensures it can handle demanding tasks.

With a top speed of 37 km/h and a BB UIC axle configuration, the D9 is well-suited for its operational environment. Explore more about this distinctive diesel locomotive.

SLM D9 technical specifications

Value
Built byABB, MTU, SLM, Stadler · 1995
Top speed37 km/h23 mph
Power output300 kW402 hp
Tractive effort120 kN26,977 lbf
Prime moverMTU 12V 183 TA12
Track gauge1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangementBB

Operators of the SLM D9

Railway companies that have operated the D9, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Catalonian Government RailwaysFGC D9Spain

More diesel locomotives from SLM

All SLM models

Similar diesel locomotives from other manufacturers

All diesel locomotives