PKP class SM42

SM42
SM42-292 at Bochnia on 26 November 2005
Power type Diesel
Builder Fablok Chrzanów
Model Ls800
Build date 1967–1972
UIC classification Bo′Bo′
Gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8 12 in)
Wheel diameter 1,100 mm (43.31 in)
Length 14,240 mm (46 ft 9 in)
Width 3,170 mm (10 ft 5 in)
Locomotive weight 74 tonnes (163,100 lb)
Fuel capacity 2,840 l (620 imp gal; 750 US gal)
Prime mover a8C22
Cylinders 8
Transmission Electric
Top speed 90 km/h (56 mph)
Tractive effort 228 kN (51,300 lbf)
Locomotive brakes Oerlikon
Train brakes Air
Career PKP, ONCF
Class PKP: SM42
ONCF: DG-200
Nicknames Stonka
Wibrator
Zebra
Locale Poland, Morroco

SM42 is the name for a Polish diesel shunter.

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History

The SM42 was the first heavy Polish diesel locomotive.

Introduction

The technical documentation for this locomotive was produced in 1961 at the Poznań Research Centre for Rail Vehicles, and the production was given over to the Chrzanów Locomotive Factory (Fablok). The prototype was ready in 1964 and initially was tested in Warsaw. In 1967 and later, these locomotives were supplied to Legnica, Piotrków, Oleśnica, Wrocław, Szczakowa, Tarnowskie Góry and Gdańsk.

Later modifications

In 1972, a new version (6D/M) was developed especially for Moroccan railways (ONCFM). 37 were delivered as class DG 200.

Some locomotives were moved into passenger service and reclassified PKP class SP42.

Nicknames

This locomotive has also been referred to by the following nicknames:

Resources

See also