BBC DB 120.1

Built by BBC, Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp

Top speed

200 km/h

124 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

1986–1988

60 units

Overview of the BBC DB 120.1

Discover the powerful DB 120.1 electric locomotive, a versatile engine designed for demanding railway operations in Germany.

This locomotive, officially classified as Bo'Bo', boasts an impressive top speed of 200 km/h and a substantial power output of 5600 kW. Its robust construction, featuring contributions from BBC, Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, and Krupp, ensures reliable performance.

The DB 120.1 is a key asset for various operators including Deutsche Bahn AG, Bahnlogistik24, and Schlunß Eisenbahnlogistik, showcasing its adaptability across different rail logistics needs.

With a length of 19.2 meters and a weight of 84 tons, this electric locomotive operates on a standard 1435 mm gauge and is powered by a 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric system, making it a significant piece of modern railway engineering.

BBC DB 120.1 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	DB 120
Built by	BBC, Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp · 1986–198860 units
Top speed	200 km/h124 mph	124 mph
Power output	5,600 kW7,510 hp	7,510 hp
Tractive effort	340 kN76,435 lbf	76,435 lbf
Electric systems	15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
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

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Operators of the BBC DB 120.1

Railway companies that have operated the DB 120.1, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Bahnlogistik24	BLC 120.2	Germany
Deutsche Bahn AG	DB 120.1	Germany
Deutsche Bahn AG	DB 120.2	Germany
Schlunß Eisenbahnlogistik	SEL 120.1	Germany
WRS Widmer Rail Services Personal AG	WRSCH 120	Switzerland