PKP class SM40

SM40
SM40 locomotive
Type and origin Power type Diesel Builder Ganz–MÁVAG Budapest Build date 1956
Specifications Configuration: ​  • UIC Bo′Bo′ Gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) Driver dia. 1,040 mm Length 11,278 mm Width 4,440 mm Loco weight 61,67 t Engine type XVIJV170/240 Cylinders 16 Transmission Electric Loco brake Knorr
Performance figures Maximum speed 80 km/h Power output 441 kW Tractive effort 182.6 kN
Career Operators PKP Class SM40

SM40 is a Polish code-name for a Hungarian shunting and maneuvering purpose diesel electric locomotive after export from Hungary to Poland and in service at PKP.

History

SM40 were imported for the first time from Hungary in 1959, after tests at the distance of 2,185 km with cargo load of 156 t.

The first name for this loco was Lwe58, and in 1960 it was changed to SM40 (according to RN-58/MK0001 regulations).

Items delivered from 1961 had a few modifications, and a different code-name SM41.

See also

• Polish locomotives designation

Sources

• SM40/41