Deutz Lokomotive - Kerkrade - Netherlands / Limburg
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member ColleIsarco
N 50° 51.560 E 006° 03.980
32U E 293542 N 5638283
A shunting possibly used by the mine of Kerkrade.
Waymark Code: WM170PM
Location: Limburg, Netherlands
Date Posted: 11/15/2022
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member Mark1962
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This locomotive can be found near the mining-museum of the city of Kerkrade. The locomotive which is displayed there is a small shunting which has been used by the mine. It was made by the German company Klöckner-Humboldt-Deutz in the year 1954. The maximum speed was 15,4 km/h, which was enough for the purpose it served. Two axels are connected by a rod to improve the traction. The gauge is European normal width, i.e. 1435mm. It is placed on podest made of concrete and you watch any detail you like, but this with respect to this object: Just watch, don't touch!
Locomotive Type: (required): Diesel Electric

Do you need to pay an entrance fee to view this locomotive? (required): No

How accessible is this locomotive display? (Required): Only touching is allowed.

If "other" what is the engine type? (optional): Not listed

If a fee is required what is the approximate cost for admittance? (optional): Not listed

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