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Electric locomotive

ACEC HLE 27

Built by ACEC, BN

Top speed
160 km/h
99 mph
Power output
4,150 kW
5,565 hp
Weight
85 t
187,393 lb
Length
18.65 m
61 ft 2 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1981–1984
60 units

Overview of the ACEC HLE 27

Discover the HLE 27 electric locomotive, a powerful and versatile engine.

Built by ACEC and BN between 1981 and 1984, this locomotive is renowned for its reliability and performance.

With a top speed of 160 km/h and an impressive power output of 4150 kW, the HLE 27 is perfectly suited for both freight and passenger services.

Its robust construction and proven technology make it a vital part of the Belgian railway network.

Experience the efficiency and strength of the HLE 27, still in operation today and valued by operators like Certus Rail Solutions and SNCB/NMBS.

ACEC HLE 27 technical specifications

Value
SeriesHLE 11-12-21-27
Built byACEC, BN · 1981–198460 units
Top speed160 km/h99 mph
Power output4,150 kW5,565 hp
Tractive effort234 kN52,605 lbf
Electric systems
  • 3 kV DC
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length18.65 m61 ft 2 in
Width2.91 m9 ft 7 in
Height4.22 m13 ft 10 in
Weight85 t187,393 lb
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Operators of the ACEC HLE 27

Railway companies that have operated the HLE 27, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Certus Rail SolutionsCertus 27Belgium
SNCB/NMBSSNCB 27Belgium

ACEC HLE 27 photos

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