PKP class Lxd2

The Lxd2 is a B′B′ narrow gauge diesel-hydraulic locomotive of the Polish state railway Polskie Koleje Państwowe (PKP), produced in Romania by FAUR (former 23 August Works).

Lxd2
Type and origin Power type Diesel Builder FAUR Build date 1964-1987 Total produced 166
Specifications Configuration: ​  • AAR B-B  • UIC B′B′ Gauge 750 mm (2 ft 5+1⁄2 in) 785 mm (2 ft 6+29⁄32 in) 1,000 mm (3 ft 3+3⁄8 in) Transmission Voith hydraulic
Career Operators PKP Class Lxd2 Delivered 1964

Altogether 166 locomotives for 750 mm (2 ft 5+1⁄2 in), 785 mm (2 ft 6+29⁄32 in) and 1,000 mm (3 ft 3+3⁄8 in) gauges were built between 1964–1987. The locomotives are nearly indistinguishable on the exterior, with the only differences being with the engines inside. The first of these locomotives started service in 1968 on the Upper Silesian Narrow Gauge Railways, replacing heavily worn-out Tw47 and Tw53 steam locomotives.