BBC DB 120.0

Built by BBC, Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp

Top speed

280 km/h

174 mph

Power output

5,600 kW

7,510 hp

Weight

84 t

185,188 lb

Length

19.2 m

63 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1979–1980

5 units

Overview of the BBC DB 120.0

Discover the iconic DB 120.0 electric locomotive, a landmark in German railway engineering.

Designed for Deutsche Bahn AG, this powerful machine boasts a top speed of 280 km/h and an impressive 5600 kW power output.

Built by renowned manufacturers like BBC and Henschel between 1979 and 1980, the DB 120.0 exemplifies reliability and performance.

With a length of 19.2 meters and a weight of 84 tons, its Bo'Bo' design offers excellent maneuverability on standard 1435 mm gauge tracks.

Experience the strength and elegance of the DB 120.0, a locomotive that defined an era in high-speed rail transport.

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	DB 120
Built by	BBC, Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp · 1979–19805 units
Top speed	280 km/h174 mph	174 mph
Power output	5,600 kW7,510 hp	7,510 hp
Tractive effort	340 kN76,435 lbf	76,435 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	19.2 m63 ft 0 in	63 ft 0 in
Weight	84 t185,188 lb	185,188 lb