Beijing (locomotive)

BJ 北京

BJ3248 in Nanpiao, Liaoning
Type and origin
Power type Diesel-hydraulic
Model Standard
Build date 1971 - 1991
Total produced 350+
Specifications
AAR wheel arr. B-B
Gauge 4 ft 8 12 in (1,435 mm)
Transmission Hydraulic
Performance figures
Power output 1,990 kW (2,670 hp)
Tractive effort 227 kN (51,000 lbf) / 163 kN (37,000 lbf)
Career
Operator(s) China Railways
Locale Peoples Republic of China

Beijing, mostly referred to as BJ, is a diesel-hydraulic locomotive used in the People's Republic of China. It is named after the capital city of China, Beijing.

BJ were made in two different versions, a standard version and a kou'an (port) version.