ÖBB Class 2043

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ÖBB Class 2043
Two Class 2043 locomotives in June 2004
Type and origin
Power typeDiesel-hydraulic
BuilderJenbacher Werke
Build date1964–1977
Total produced77
Specifications
Configuration:
 • AARB-B
Gauge1,435 mm (4 ft 8+12 in)
Wheel diameter950 mm (3 ft 1 in)[1]
Length14.76 m (48 ft 5 in)–15.76 m (51 ft 8 in)
Loco weight68 t
Prime moverJenbach LM1500
Performance figures
Maximum speed100 km/h (62 mph)
Power output1,100 kW (1,475 hp)
Career
OperatorsAustrian Federal Railways
NÖVOG
DispositionAustria

The ÖBB Class 2043 is a class of diesel-hydraulic locomotives operated by Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) in Austria.

Technical specifications

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The locomotives have a B-B wheel arrangement and are powered by Jenbach LM1500 diesel motors.[2] They are equipped with a Voith hydraulic transmission.[1] Four locomotives were retrofitted with a magnetic track brake system.[2]

History

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A total of 77 locomotives have been built by Jenbacher Werke.[3] Some locomotives are also operated by Növog.[4]

References

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Further reading

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