Diesel locomotive

GPTKB entity

Properties (51)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf locomotive
gptkbp:designatedAs road switcher
high-horsepower locomotive
shunting locomotive
gptkbp:energyEfficiency steam locomotive
gptkbp:has internal combustion engine
gptkbp:has_a distinctive sound
long operational lifespan
higher power-to-weight ratio than steam locomotives
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Diesel locomotive
gptkbp:introduced 1920s
gptkbp:is_a rail vehicle
gptkbp:is_a_key_component_of intermodal transport
gptkbp:is_a_key_player_in global trade
gptkbp:is_a_popular_spot_for short line railroads
gptkbp:is_available_in many countries
gptkbp:is_designed_to heavy loads
gptkbp:is_equipped_with multiple units
gptkbp:is_known_for fuel efficiency
reliability
versatility
low maintenance costs
high tractive effort
gptkbp:is_part_of railway industry
diesel-electric system
gptkbp:is_used_in freight transport
rail freight services
military applications
passenger transport
rural areas
emergency response
construction projects
passenger rail services
urban transit systems
logistics operations
agricultural transport
mining operations
freight yards
railway maintenance
dynamic brakes
electric locomotive
heavy haul operations
tourist railways
intercity_rail_services
gptkbp:isUsedBy bio-diesel
gptkbp:operates_in on non-electrified tracks
gptkbp:producedBy multiple companies
gptkbp:produces less pollution than steam locomotives
gptkbp:trainingPrograms modern technology
gptkbp:uses diesel fuel
gptkbp:vision rail yards