BBC DSB EA

Built by BBC, Henschel, Scandia

Top speed

175 km/h

109 mph

Power output

4,000 kW

5,364 hp

Weight

80 t

176,370 lb

Length

19.38 m

63 ft 7 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1984–1993

22 units

Overview of the BBC DSB EA

Experience the power and efficiency of the DSB EA electric locomotive, a remarkable piece of engineering.

Built by BBC, Henschel, and Scandia between 1984 and 1993, this locomotive boasts a top speed of 175 km/h and a formidable power output of 4000 kW.

Operating on a 1435 mm gauge and powered by 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems, the DSB EA is a robust and reliable machine.

With a length of 19.38 meters and weighing 80 tons, this versatile locomotive serves various railway operators, including DB Cargo Bulgaria, DB Cargo Romania, and the Danish State Railways.

BBC DSB EA technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	BBC, Henschel, Scandia · 1984–199322 units
Top speed	175 km/h109 mph	109 mph
Power output	4,000 kW5,364 hp	5,364 hp
Tractive effort	300 kN67,443 lbf	67,443 lbf
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	19.38 m63 ft 7 in	63 ft 7 in
Width	3.18 m10 ft 5 in	10 ft 5 in
Height	4.59 m15 ft 1 in	15 ft 1 in
Weight	80 t176,370 lb	176,370 lb