Sorefame LD844C

Built by English Electric, Sorefame

Top speed

105 km/h

65 mph

Weight

60 t

132,277 lb

Length

12.72 m

41 ft 9 in

Track gauge

1,668 mm

Iberian gauge

Years built

1967–1969

67 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Sorefame LD844C

Discover the robust LD844C diesel locomotive, an impressive machine designed for reliable operations. With its Bo'Bo' axle arrangement and a top speed of 105 km/h, this locomotive has served faithfully in Portugal with various operators, including CP, Captrain Portugal, MEDWAY, and Somafel.

The LD844C is characterized by its solid construction, built by English Electric and Sorefame between 1967 and 1969. Measuring 12.72 meters in length and weighing 60 tons, it is well-equipped for diverse routes and tasks.

Its performance is powered by the strong English Electric 8CSVT engine, making it a vital part of rail transport. This locomotive represents an era of dependable diesel technology and is a favored subject for railway enthusiasts globally.

Sorefame LD844C technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	English Electric, Sorefame · 1967–196967 units
Top speed	105 km/h65 mph	65 mph
Prime mover	English Electric 8CSVT
Track gauge	1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in	5 ft 5⅝ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	12.72 m41 ft 9 in	41 ft 9 in
Weight	60 t132,277 lb	132,277 lb

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Operators of the Sorefame LD844C

Railway companies that have operated the LD844C, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Trains of Buenos Aires	TBA 1400	Argentina
Captrain Portugal	CTPT 1400	Portugal
Engenharia e Obras Ferrovárias, S.A.	Somafel 1400	Portugal
MEDWAY - Operador Ferroviário e Logistico de Mercadorias	Medway 1400	Portugal
Trains of Portugal	CP 1400	Portugal