Valmet Dr16

Built by Škoda Transtech, Valmet

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Weight

84 t

185,188 lb

Track gauge

1,524 mm

Russian broad gauge

Years built

1985–1992

23 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Valmet Dr16

Discover the powerful Dr16 diesel locomotive, a robust workhorse designed for the demanding Finnish railway network.

Built by Škoda Transtech and Valmet between 1985 and 1992, this locomotive boasts a remarkable top speed of 140 km/h, making it a reliable choice for both ArcticRail and VR Group services.

With its 1524 mm gauge and Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement, the Dr16 is a substantial machine, weighing 84 tons and featuring an axle load of 21 tons, engineered for efficiency and performance in challenging conditions.

Valmet Dr16 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Škoda Transtech, Valmet · 1985–199223 units
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Track gauge	1,524 mmRussian broad gauge5 ft 0 in	5 ft 0 in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Width	3.2 m10 ft 6 in	10 ft 6 in
Height	4.73 m15 ft 6 in	15 ft 6 in
Weight	84 t185,188 lb	185,188 lb
Axle load	21 t46,297 lb	46,297 lb