ACEC SNCB 20

Built by BN, ACEC

Top speed

160 km/h

99 mph

Power output

5,150 kW

6,906 hp

Weight

110 t

242,508 lb

Length

19.5 m

64 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1975–1977

25 units

Overview of the ACEC SNCB 20

Discover the powerful SNCB 20 electric locomotive, a true workhorse of the Belgian railways.

Built between 1975 and 1977 by BN and ACEC, this iconic locomotive boasts a top speed of 160 km/h and a substantial power output of 5150 kW.

With its impressive tractive effort of 314 kN and a weight of 110 tonnes, the SNCB 20 is well-equipped for both passenger and freight services, operating on a 3 kV DC electric system.

The SNCB 20, with its Co'Co' wheel arrangement and a length of 19.5 meters, represents a significant piece of railway history and can still be admired today, notably with the PFT-TSP heritage organization.

ACEC SNCB 20 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	BN, ACEC · 1975–197725 units
Top speed	160 km/h99 mph	99 mph
Power output	5,150 kW6,906 hp	6,906 hp
Tractive effort	314 kN70,590 lbf	70,590 lbf
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	19.5 m64 ft 0 in	64 ft 0 in
Weight	110 t242,508 lb	242,508 lb