HŽ series 2042
| Company type | Diesel-electric locomotive |
|---|---|
| Industry | Railway transportation |
| Predecessor | Series 2041 |
| Founded | 1962 |
| Defunct | 1967 |
| Products | Diesel-electric locomotives |
| Owner | Croatian Railways (HŽ) |
Series 2042 represents a class of diesel-electric locomotives utilized by Croatian Railways (). Manufactured between 1962 and 1967 through a collaboration between Đuro Đaković and Brissonneau et Lotz, these units are equipped with a more powerful V12 engine compared to the related series 2041, resulting in improved traction capabilities.
The Series 2042 consists of four-axle locomotives, each axle driven independently, tailored primarily for light freight hauling and intensive shunting tasks. Their top speed reaches , with power outputs varying from in the Series 000 to in the Series 100. Weighing between and , these locomotives are well-suited for diverse freight transportation demands across Croatia's railway system.
Commonly known by the nickname Đuran, the Series 2042 continues to play an essential role in Croatian Railways' freight and yard operations, exemplifying a mid-20th century commitment to dependable diesel-electric locomotive technology.
External links
- 2042 at zeljeznice.net