Tuesday, August 11, 2026

el coche motor Ferrostaal, Chile, late 1960s


Seen at the Constitucion terminus of the 88 km, meter gauge Talga--Constitucion branch line is a Ferrostaal SB-56 diesel railcar of German origin from 1961. It had a maximum speed of 60 km/h, a 180 hp diesel engine, pneumatic brakes, and was composed of a power car + trailer with a capacity of 80 seats. Total total weight was 30.3 tons, length 25.5 meters and was Economy Class only, 1 WC with toilet and sink.

New rolling stock for the line was announced in 2024 and was reported arriving in 2025.

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