© trainspo.comAlstom BB 7600
Built by Alstom, MTE
Overview of the Alstom BB 7600
Explore the BB 7600, an iconic electric locomotive from SNCF, celebrated for its reliability and versatility on the French railway network.
Part of the "Nez cassés" family, this engine represents a generation of robust and high-performance locomotives. It shares its origins with the BB 15000, BB 7200, and BB 22200 series, reflecting proven design and continuous technological evolution.
Built by Alstom and MTE, the BB 7600 boasts a top speed of 140 km/h, enabling efficient passenger and freight transport. With standard 1435 mm gauge and power adapted for 1.5 kV DC networks, it is a cornerstone of rail transport.
Its weight of 89 tonnes and B'B' axle configuration ensure excellent adhesion and remarkable stability, even in challenging conditions. The BB 7600 stands as a testament to French expertise in railway construction.
Alstom BB 7600 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | BB 15000 / BB 7200 / BB 22200 | |
| Family | Nez cassés | |
| Built by | Alstom, MTE · 201214 units | |
| Top speed | 140 km/h87 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'B' | |
| Weight | 89 t196,211 lb |
Operators of the Alstom BB 7600
Railway companies that have operated the BB 7600, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| French National Railway Corporation | SNCF BB 7600 | France |
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