Adtranz DE-AC33C

Built by Adtranz, Bombardier, GE

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

2,460 kW

3,299 hp

Weight

126 t

277,782 lb

Length

23.41 m

76 ft 10 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1996–2003

Overview of the Adtranz DE-AC33C

Discover the powerful DE-AC33C diesel locomotive, a versatile powerhouse built by Adtranz, Bombardier, and GE between 1996 and 2003. This robust locomotive boasts a top speed of 120 km/h and a significant tractive effort of 517 kN, making it ideal for heavy-duty rail operations.

With a weight of 126 tonnes and a length of 23.41 meters, the DE-AC33C features a Co'Co' wheel arrangement and a powerful GE 7FDL-12 prime mover delivering 2460 kW of power output. Its standard gauge of 1435 mm allows for broad compatibility across European rail networks.

This efficient diesel locomotive has served various operators, including Havelländische Eisenbahn AG (HVLE 250), ITL Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH (ITL 250), Mindener Kreisbahnen GmbH (MKB 250), and Osthannoversche Eisenbahnen AG (OHE 250), showcasing its reliability and adaptability in German railway services.

Adtranz DE-AC33C technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	DE-AC33C
Built by	Adtranz, Bombardier, GE · 1996–2003
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	2,460 kW3,299 hp	3,299 hp
Tractive effort	517 kN116,226 lbf	116,226 lbf
Prime mover	GE 7FDL-12
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	23.41 m76 ft 10 in	76 ft 10 in
Weight	126 t277,782 lb	277,782 lb

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Operators of the Adtranz DE-AC33C

Railway companies that have operated the DE-AC33C, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Havelländische Eisenbahn AG	HVLE 250	Germany
ITL Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH	ITL 250	Germany
Mindener Kreisbahnen GmbH	MKB 250	Germany
Osthannoversche Eisenbahnen AG	OHE 250	Germany