ABR SNCB 71
Built by ABR
Overview of the ABR SNCB 71
Discover the SNCB 71, a robust diesel locomotive built by ABR in 1962.
Part of the CLF 71 class from Costruzioni Linee Ferroviarie S.p.A., this powerful diesel engine is designed for diverse railway applications.
With a top speed of 50 km/h and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the SNCB 71 is engineered for efficiency.
Its Bo'Bo' axle configuration, a substantial length of 13.44 meters, and a weight of 72 tons highlight the solid engineering of its era, making it a capable and durable machine.
ABR SNCB 71 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | ABR · 19623 units | |
| Top speed | 50 km/h31 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 13.44 m44 ft 1 in | |
| Width | 2.95 m9 ft 8 in | |
| Weight | 72 t158,733 lb |
Operators of the ABR SNCB 71
Railway companies that have operated the SNCB 71, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Costruzioni Linee Ferroviarie S.p.A | CLF 71 | Italy |
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