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Sri Lanka Railways class S8
Sri Lanka | 1991
20 produced
Hafiz Issadeen
General
Built1991
ManufacturerHitachi
Axle configB-B+2-2+2-2+2-2 
Gauge5 ft 6 in (Indian broad gauge)
Dimensions and Weights
Adhesive weight154,323 lbs
Axle load38,581 lbs
Boiler
Power Plant
Power
Power sourcediesel-hydraulic
Top speed55 mph
EngineMTU 12V 396 TC13
Engine typeV12 diesel
Engine output1,435 hp (1,070 kW)
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