Bangladesh Railway Class 2900

Bangladesh Railway Class 2900 is, as of 2023, the most frequently used meter-gauge diesel electric locomotive of Bangladesh Railway along with Class 3000. This reliable locomotive series has been in service since 1999. Bangladesh Railway has a total 39 locomotives of this class. These 39 locomotives are being used in both passenger and freight services.

Bangladesh Railway Class 2900
Locomotive 2902 at Sylhet Rail Station
Type and origin
Power typeDiesel-electric
DesignerElectro Motive Division
BuilderHyundai Rotem
Serial number2901-2939
ModelEMD GT18LC-2
Build date1999-2013
Total produced39
Specifications
WheelbaseA1A-A1A
Loco weight72 ton
Performance figures
Maximum speed107 km/h (66 mph)
Power output1500 hp
Career
Current ownerBangladesh Railway
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