© trainspo.comAlstom BB 66700
Built by Alsthom, CAFL, CEM, Fives, SACM
Overview of the Alstom BB 66700
Discover the robust BB 66700 diesel locomotive, a powerful workhorse in railway operations.
Built between 1961 and 1964 by Alsthom, CAFL, CEM, Fives, and SACM, this 1435 mm gauge locomotive is a testament to durable engineering. It served with distinction for the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF).
With a power output of 1030 kW, the BB 66700 is capable of reaching speeds up to 80 km/h, making it suitable for a variety of demanding tasks on the tracks.
Its substantial dimensions, including a length of 14.89 meters, width of 2.98 meters, and height of 4.26 meters, combined with a weight of 71 tons, highlight its robust construction and operational capacity.
Alstom BB 66700 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Alsthom, CAFL, CEM, Fives, SACM · 1961–196434 units | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Power output | 1,030 kW1,381 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Length | 14.89 m48 ft 10 in | |
| Width | 2.98 m9 ft 9 in | |
| Height | 4.26 m14 ft 0 in | |
| Weight | 71 t156,528 lb |
Operators of the Alstom BB 66700
Railway companies that have operated the BB 66700, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| French National Railway Corporation | SNCF BB 66700 | France |
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