© trainspo.comACEC SNCB 22
Built by ACEC, Niv, SEMG
Overview of the ACEC SNCB 22
Discover the SNCB 22, an iconic electric locomotive that has shaped Belgian railway history.
Built between 1953 and 1954 by ACEC, Niv, SEMG, this powerful machine boasts 1740 kW of power and can reach speeds of up to 130 km/h.
With a length of 18 meters and a weight of 87 tons, the SNCB 22 operates on 1435 mm gauge tracks and uses a 3 kV DC electric system.
Its Bo'Bo' axle configuration provides excellent adhesion, making it ideal for heavy traction duties.
Explore the legacy and performance of this reliable and impressive locomotive.
ACEC SNCB 22 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | ACEC, Niv, SEMG · 1953–195450 units | |
| Top speed | 130 km/h81 mph | |
| Power output | 1,740 kW2,333 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 314 kN70,590 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 18 m59 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 87 t191,802 lb |
Operators of the ACEC SNCB 22
Railway companies that have operated the SNCB 22, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| SNCB/NMBS | SNCB 22 | Belgium |
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