© trainspo.comVagonka Studenka M 131.1
Built by Vagonka Tatra, Vagonka Studenka
Overview of the Vagonka Studenka M 131.1
Discover the M 131.1 railcar, a charming piece of railway history built in Czechoslovakia between 1948 and 1956 by Vagonka Tatra and Vagonka Studenka.
This iconic locomotive boasts a top speed of 60 km/h and a seating capacity for 48 passengers, making it a practical choice for regional transport.
With a length of 12.1 meters and a weight of 16 tons, powered by a 114 kW engine producing 29 kN of tractive effort, the M 131.1 represents a significant development in post-war railway engineering.
Today, this classic railcar continues to operate with various historical railway organizations in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, including ČSD M 131.1, KHKV M 131.1, KPKV M 131.1, KŽC M 131.1, and ZMZ M131.1, preserving its legacy for enthusiasts.
Vagonka Studenka M 131.1 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | M 131 | |
| Built by | Vagonka Tatra, Vagonka Studenka · 1948–1956549 units | |
| Top speed | 60 km/h37 mph | |
| Power output | 114 kW153 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 29 kN6,519 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Capacity | 48 seats | |
| Length | 12.1 m39 ft 8 in | |
| Weight | 16 t35,274 lb |
Operators of the Vagonka Studenka M 131.1
Railway companies that have operated the M 131.1, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Czechoslovak State Railways | ČSD M 131.1 | Czechia |
| Klub Pratel Kolejovych Vozidel | KPKV M 131.1 | Czechia |
| KŽC Doprava | KŽC M 131.1 | Czechia |
| Zubrnická museální železnice | ZMZ M131.1 | Czechia |
| OZ-Klub historických koľajových vozidiel pri RD Haniska pri Koši | KHKV M 131.1 | Slovakia |
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