© trainspo.comSocofer Y 9000
Built by Socofer
Overview of the Socofer Y 9000
Discover the Y 9000, a versatile French diesel locomotive designed for shunting and yard duties.
Built by Socofer between 2011 and 2015, this modern locomotive boasts a power output of 225 kW and a top speed of 60 km/h, making it ideal for efficient operations within railway yards and depots.
Weighing 23 tonnes and featuring a 0-4-0 Whyte notation (B' UIC axles), the Y 9000 offers excellent maneuverability on its standard 1435 mm gauge.
A reliable workhorse for the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF), the Y 9000 exemplifies efficiency in rail logistics.
Socofer Y 9000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Socofer · 2011–2015 | |
| Top speed | 60 km/h37 mph | |
| Power output | 225 kW302 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B' | |
| Whyte notation | 0-4-0 | |
| Weight | 23 t50,706 lb |
Operators of the Socofer Y 9000
Railway companies that have operated the Y 9000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| French National Railway Corporation | SNCF Y 9000 | France |
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