Adtranz DB 402

Built by Adtranz, Siemens

Top speed

280 km/h

174 mph

Power output

4,800 kW

6,437 hp

Weight

78 t

171,960 lb

Length

20.56 m

67 ft 5 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1995–1997

46 units

Overview of the Adtranz DB 402

Discover the impressive DB 402, a powerful electric locomotive that has been a staple of German rail transport.

Part of the renowned ICE 2 series, this locomotive boasts a top speed of 280 km/h, making it ideal for high-speed passenger services.

Built between 1995 and 1997 by Adtranz and Siemens, the DB 402 features a robust Bo'Bo' axle arrangement and an impressive power output of 4800 kW.

With its standard gauge of 1435 mm and a length of 20.56 meters, this locomotive is a testament to German engineering and reliability in the railway industry.

Adtranz DB 402 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	ICE 2
Family	ICE
Built by	Adtranz, Siemens · 1995–199746 units
Top speed	280 km/h174 mph	174 mph
Power output	4,800 kW6,437 hp	6,437 hp
Tractive effort	200 kN44,962 lbf	44,962 lbf
Electric systems	15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	20.56 m67 ft 5 in	67 ft 5 in
Width	3.07 m10 ft 1 in	10 ft 1 in
Height	3.84 m12 ft 7 in	12 ft 7 in
Weight	78 t171,960 lb	171,960 lb