ABB Re 460

Built by SLM, ABB

Top speed

230 km/h

143 mph

Power output

6,100 kW

8,180 hp

Weight

84 t

185,188 lb

Length

18.5 m

60 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1991–1996

119 units

Overview of the ABB Re 460

Discover the Re 460 locomotive, also known as Lok 2000, a powerful electric locomotive prized for its versatility and reliability.

Built by SLM and ABB between 1991 and 1996, this impressive machine reaches a top speed of 230 km/h and boasts a power output of 6100 kW. With its 1435 mm gauge and Bo'Bo' axle arrangement, it is ideal for demanding rail transport.

The Re 460 is in service in Switzerland with SBB and in Hong Kong with MTR Corporation, demonstrating its international significance. Its imposing length of 18.5 meters and a weight of 84 tons make it a robust and efficient workhorse on the rails.

ABB Re 460 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Lok 2000
Built by	SLM, ABB · 1991–1996119 units
Top speed	230 km/h143 mph	143 mph
Power output	6,100 kW8,180 hp	8,180 hp
Tractive effort	275 kN61,822 lbf	61,822 lbf
Electric systems	15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	18.5 m60 ft 8 in	60 ft 8 in
Width	3 m9 ft 10 in	9 ft 10 in
Height	4.31 m14 ft 2 in	14 ft 2 in
Weight	84 t185,188 lb	185,188 lb