Alstom BB 36300

Built by GEC Alsthom

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

5,600 kW

7,510 hp

Weight

88 t

194,007 lb

Length

19.1 m

62 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1996–2002

28 units

Overview of the Alstom BB 36300

Discover the versatile BB 36300 electric locomotive, a powerful and efficient machine designed for modern rail operations.

This locomotive, built by GEC Alsthom between 1996 and 2002, boasts a robust Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and a significant power output of 5600 kW, making it ideal for hauling various types of trains.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and a formidable tractive effort of 320 kN, the BB 36300 is a reliable workhorse. Its adaptable electric systems support 25 kV AC 50 Hz, 1.5 kV DC, and 3 kV DC, ensuring broad compatibility across different networks.

Operating on a standard 1435 mm gauge, this locomotive has served with distinction for French National Railway Corporation (SNCF) and is also recognized under the class CTIE436 with Captrain Italia and as FS E436 with Italian State Railways, showcasing its international appeal.

The BB 36300's substantial dimensions—19.1 meters in length, 2.59 meters in width, and 4.3 meters in height, with a weight of 88 tons—underscore its solid construction and operational capacity.

Alstom BB 36300 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BB 36000
Built by	GEC Alsthom · 1996–200228 units
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 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 3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	19.1 m62 ft 8 in	62 ft 8 in
Width	2.59 m8 ft 6 in	8 ft 6 in
Height	4.3 m14 ft 1 in	14 ft 1 in
Weight	88 t194,007 lb	194,007 lb