ABB BR 9

Built by ABB, Brush Traction

Top speed

160 km/h

99 mph

Power output

5,760 kW

7,724 hp

Weight

132 t

291,010 lb

Length

22 m

72 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1993–2002

58 units

Overview of the ABB BR 9

Discover the BR 9, a powerful electric locomotive serving the Eurotunnel in France.

Built by ABB and Brush Traction between 1993 and 2002, this robust locomotive boasts an impressive 5760 kW power output and 400 kN tractive effort.

With a top speed of 160 km/h, the BR 9 is well-equipped for modern rail operations.

Measuring 22 meters long, 2.96 meters wide, and 4.2 meters high, and weighing 132 tons, it's a dependable workhorse.

Operating on a 1435 mm gauge and powered by 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems, the BR 9 represents reliability and advanced technology for the railway sector.

ABB BR 9 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	ABB, Brush Traction · 1993–200258 units
Top speed	160 km/h99 mph	99 mph
Power output	5,760 kW7,724 hp	7,724 hp
Tractive effort	400 kN89,924 lbf	89,924 lbf
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'Bo'
Length	22 m72 ft 2 in	72 ft 2 in
Width	2.96 m9 ft 9 in	9 ft 9 in
Height	4.2 m13 ft 9 in	13 ft 9 in
Weight	132 t291,010 lb	291,010 lb
Axle load	22.5 t49,604 lb	49,604 lb