ACEC SNCB 28-0

Built by Baume & Marpent, ACEC

Top speed

130 km/h

81 mph

Weight

84 t

185,188 lb

Length

17.18 m

56 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1949

3 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the ACEC SNCB 28-0

Discover the classic SNCB 28-0 electric locomotive, a historic piece of Belgian railway engineering.

Built by Baume & Marpent and ACEC in 1949, this Bo'Bo' class locomotive was a workhorse for SNCB/NMBS in Belgium.

With a top speed of 130 km/h and a powerful tractive effort of 196 kN, the 28-0 model was designed for efficient operation on the 1435 mm gauge.

This electric locomotive, operating on 3 kV DC systems, boasts a length of 17.18 meters and a substantial weight of 84 tons, showcasing its robust construction.

Explore the legacy of this iconic electric locomotive and its contributions to rail transport.

ACEC SNCB 28-0 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Baume & Marpent, ACEC · 19493 units
Top speed	130 km/h81 mph	81 mph
Tractive effort	196 kN44,063 lbf	44,063 lbf
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	17.18 m56 ft 4 in	56 ft 4 in
Weight	84 t185,188 lb	185,188 lb