Werkspoor NS DE2

Built by Allan, Werkspoor

Top speed

105 km/h

65 mph

Power output

310 kW

416 hp

Weight

85 t

187,393 lb

Length

45.4 m

148 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1953–1954

46 units

Overview of the Werkspoor NS DE2

Discover the classic NS DE2, a distinguished member of the "Plan X" diesel multiple unit (DMU) family, originally built by Allan and Werkspoor between 1953 and 1954. This robust locomotive boasts a 1435 mm gauge and a powerful 310 kW output.

With a top speed of 105 km/h, the NS DE2 offers a comfortable journey, accommodating 28 passengers in 1st class and 105 in 2nd class. Its impressive train length of 45.4 meters and a substantial weight of 85 tonnes highlight its substantial presence on the tracks.

This Bo'2'Bo' classified DMU, with a width of 2.78 meters and a height of 3.45 meters, served the Dutch Railways (Nederlandse Spoorwegen) admirably, representing a significant era in rail transport in the Netherlands.

Werkspoor NS DE2 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Plan X
Family	Plan X
Built by	Allan, Werkspoor · 1953–195446 units
Top speed	105 km/h65 mph	65 mph
Power output	310 kW416 hp	416 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'2'Bo'
Capacity	1st class 28, 2nd class 105 seats
Train length	45.4 m148 ft 11 in	148 ft 11 in
Width	2.78 m9 ft 1 in	9 ft 1 in
Height	3.45 m11 ft 4 in	11 ft 4 in
Weight	85 t187,393 lb	187,393 lb