AEG V162 / Br 217

Built by AEG, BBC, Krupp, Siemens

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Power output

1,427 kW

1,914 hp

Weight

80 t

176,370 lb

Length

16.4 m

53 ft 10 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1965–1968

15 units

Overview of the AEG V162 / Br 217

Discover the V162 / Br 217, a powerful and versatile diesel locomotive that has served various operators in Germany.

This iconic locomotive, known for its reliability, boasts impressive technical specifications including a top speed of 140 km/h and a robust power output of 1427 kW, making it suitable for both freight and passenger services.

With its characteristic B'B' wheel arrangement and a length of 16.4 meters, the Br 217 has played a significant role in the history of German railways, demonstrating excellent tractive effort and a substantial weight of 80 tons.

Explore the legacy of this well-built machine, originating from manufacturers like AEG, BBC, Krupp, and Siemens, and appreciate its enduring contribution to rail transport.

AEG V162 / Br 217 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	V160
Built by	AEG, BBC, Krupp, Siemens · 1965–196815 units
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Power output	1,427 kW1,914 hp	1,914 hp
Tractive effort	236 kN53,055 lbf	53,055 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	B'B'
Length	16.4 m53 ft 10 in	53 ft 10 in
Weight	80 t176,370 lb	176,370 lb

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Operators of the AEG V162 / Br 217

Railway companies that have operated the V162 / Br 217, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
A.V.G. Ascherleber Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH	ASLVG 217	Germany
Bahn Touristik Express	BTEX 217	Germany
Bremen-Thedinghauser Eisenbahn GmbH	BTE 217	Germany
Deutsche Bahn AG	DB 217	Germany
Pfalzbahn Eisenbahnbetriebsgesellschaft mbH	Pfalzbahn 217	Germany