© trainspo.comYaERZ TEM31
Built by YaERZ
Overview of the YaERZ TEM31
Discover the TEM31, a powerful diesel locomotive designed for Russian Railways.
This robust engine, designated RZD TEM31, plays a vital role in the efficiency of Russian rail operations.
With a top speed of 80 km/h and an output of 440 kW, the TEM31 is built to handle logistical challenges.
Its 46-tonne weight and 11-meter length make it a versatile machine on the 1520 mm gauge tracks.
Manufactured by YaERZ, the TEM31 exemplifies the strength and dependability of its class.
Featuring a Bo' UIC axle configuration, it demonstrates a design suited for modern rail transport demands.
Explore the performance and capability of the TEM31, a diesel locomotive engineered for operational excellence in Russia.
YaERZ TEM31 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | TEM31 | |
| Built by | YaERZ | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Power output | 440 kW590 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo' | |
| Length | 11 m36 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 46 t101,413 lb |
Operators of the YaERZ TEM31
Railway companies that have operated the TEM31, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Railways | RZD TEM31 | Russia |
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