Alstom BB 26000

Built by Alsthom

Top speed

200 km/h

124 mph

Power output

5,600 kW

7,510 hp

Weight

88.8 t

195,770 lb

Length

17.71 m

58 ft 1 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1988–1998

234 units

Overview of the Alstom BB 26000

Discover the powerful BB 26000 electric locomotive, a versatile workhorse of the French National Railway Corporation.

Built by Alsthom between 1988 and 1998, this locomotive boasts a top speed of 200 km/h and a substantial power output of 5600 kW, making it ideal for a variety of demanding rail operations.

With its robust construction, 1435 mm gauge, and impressive tractive effort of 320 kN, the BB 26000 is a reliable and efficient choice for modern railway networks.

Explore the impressive specifications and striking appearance of this notable electric locomotive.

Alstom BB 26000 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Alsthom · 1988–1998234 units
Top speed	200 km/h124 mph	124 mph
Power output	5,600 kW7,510 hp	7,510 hp
Tractive effort	320 kN71,939 lbf	71,939 lbf
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	B'B'
Length	17.71 m58 ft 1 in	58 ft 1 in
Width	3.03 m9 ft 11 in	9 ft 11 in
Height	4.27 m14 ft 0 in	14 ft 0 in
Weight	88.8 t195,770 lb	195,770 lb
Axle load	22.2 t48,943 lb	48,943 lb