Newag 15D/16D Explained

Newag 15D/16D
Builder:BMZ, Bryansk
Builddate:1974-1989
Rebuilder:Newag, Nowy Sącz
Rebuilddate:2010-
Numberrebuilt:21 (ordered 39) (as of 2014)
Uicclass:Co′Co′
Gauge: (15D)
(16D)
Wheeldiameter:1050mm
Minimumcurve:80m (260feet)
Wheelbase:12800mm
Over Couplers:16970mm
Pivotcentres:8600mm
Height:4490mm
Axleload:190 kN
Locoweight:116t
Fuelcap:6000 l
Enginetype:Caterpillar 3512C
Cylindercount:V12
Transmission:electric
Maxspeed:100km/h
Poweroutput:1550kW

Newag 15D/16D is a cargo locomotive (type 15D - PKP ST48 series) or broad gauge (type 16D) diesel locomotive rebuilt by Newag in Nowy Sącz in Poland, which is a deeply modernised SM48 (Soviet TEM2) locomotive.[1]

Modernisation

As a result of the modernisation the Soviet-produced internal combustion engine was replaced[2] with a US drive unit that meets the emissions standards for UIC IIIa.[3] The power output has been raised from 0.88 MW (1200 hp) to 1.55 MW (2100 hp), which makes the new version suitable for shunting. The driver cabin has been changed based on Newag 6Dg and, combined with lower height of prime mover compartment, visibility from the cab has been improved. Air conditioning (KL20 with a power of 4.3 kW), GPS, and NES microprocessor control system were installed in the driver's cab.[4] The reused components undergone major repairs are: rigid frame and boogies, the brake system, which had been fitted with four cylinders per boogie, spring brake system, and traction motors, which are subjected to pressure-vacuum impregnation. The power generator consists of an internal CAT 3512C engine with main generator and auxiliary generators. The locomotive has a microprocessor control, modular braking system array with rotary-screw compressor, and the AC/DC converters.[5]

Operators

Proprietor Quantity (ordered)TypeDesignation
Kolprem216D16D
PKP Cargo32 (90)15DST48
PKP LHS716D16D
Rail Polonia215D15D

References

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Newag modernises a whole series of trains. Rynek Kolejowy. 15 December 2014.
  2. Web site: European Union UIC Standards Specification. UIC. 15 December 2014.
  3. Web site: PKP receives their new shunters. Kurier Kolejowy. 15 December 2014.
  4. Web site: New locomotive Newag 15D/16D launches with newest systems. Kurier Kolejowy. 15 December 2014.
  5. Web site: Newag 15D/16D. Newag. 15 December 2014.