Bangladesh Railway Class 6500


Bangladesh Railway Class 6500 is a class of broad-gauge diesel-electric locomotives owned by Bangladesh Railway. Manufactured by Diesel Locomotive Works, India, 26 locomotives came in Bangladesh from 2012 to 2014. Currently all are active in service.

Details

In 2012, Bangladesh Railway ordered broad-gauge diesel-electric locomotives from India, modeled as WDM 3A. These locomotives have a power of 3100 hp, the highest for any locomotives in Bangladesh. They are fitted with AAR coupling and have a gear ratio of 65:18. Unlike their Indian counterparts, these locomotives do not have the Dynamic Braking System.

Performance

Class 6500 is used on both freight and passenger trains. Most high-end broad-gauge passenger trains like Padma Express, Banalata Express and Maitree Express are hauled by these locomotives. They are also used on some mail-express and commuter trains.

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