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Service vehicle

Valmet Tka8

Built by Valmet

Top speed
80 km/h
50 mph
Power output
130 kW
174 hp
Weight
34 t
74,957 lb
Length
9.3 m
30 ft 6 in
Track gauge
1,524 mm
Russian broad gauge
Years built
2000–2003
25 units

Overview of the Valmet Tka8

Discover the Tka8 locomotive, a versatile service unit built by Valmet between 2000 and 2003.

This robust machine is designed for demanding railway operations, boasting a powerful 130 kW output and a top speed of 80 km/h.

With its compact dimensions of 9.3 meters in length and a gauge of 1524 mm, the Tka8 is well-suited for various track environments.

Its reliable 0-4-0 wheel arrangement and sturdy construction make it a dependable choice for Estonian Railways, GoTrack OÜ, and NRC Group Finland.

Explore the efficiency and performance of the Tka8 in our collection of images.

Valmet Tka8 technical specifications

Value
Built byValmet · 2000–200325 units
Top speed80 km/h50 mph
Power output130 kW174 hp
Track gauge1,524 mmRussian broad gauge5 ft 0 in
UIC axle arrangementB'
Whyte notation0-4-0
Length9.3 m30 ft 6 in
Width4.1 m13 ft 5 in
Height3.1 m10 ft 2 in
Weight34 t74,957 lb
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Operators of the Valmet Tka8

Railway companies that have operated the Tka8, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Estonian RailwaysEVR Tka8Estonia
GoTrack OÜGoTrack Tka8Estonia
NRC Group FinlandNRCFI Tka8Finland

Valmet Tka8 photos

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