JŽ series 611

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JŽ 611
In service1965–1974
Manufacturer
standard gauge

The JŽ series 611 is a historic vehicle of Yugoslav Railways. It was a diesel-electric multiple unit made from aluminium

alloy. It was nicknamed the "Aluminium train". A total of 3 units were made.

The first examples had a weak engine, but later models had a stronger one. They performed very well on level lines, but on mountain railways they suffered some damage.

History

  • Service start: 1965/9/28
  • Last year of service: 1974

External links

  • 611 at railfaneurope.net