© trainspo.comStadler D9
Built by ABB, MTU, SLM, Stadler
Overview of the Stadler D9
Discover the FGC D9, a robust diesel locomotive built in 1995 by ABB, MTU, SLM, and Stadler, designed for demanding railway operations.
This reliable workhorse boasts a power output of 300 kW and a tractive effort of 120 kN, making it suitable for various track maintenance and heavy-duty tasks.
Operating on a 1000 mm gauge, the D9 is an integral part of the Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya (FGC) fleet in Spain.
With its UIC BB axle classification and MTU 12V 183 TA12 prime mover, the FGC D9 exemplifies efficiency and durability in railway service.
Stadler D9 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | ABB, MTU, SLM, Stadler · 1995 | |
| Top speed | 37 km/h23 mph | |
| Power output | 300 kW402 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 120 kN26,977 lbf | |
| Prime mover | MTU 12V 183 TA12 | |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | BB |
Operators of the Stadler D9
Railway companies that have operated the D9, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Catalonian Government Railways | FGC D9 | Spain |
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