BBC V162 / Br 217

Built by AEG, BBC, Krupp, Siemens

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Power output

1,427 kW

1,914 hp

Weight

80 t

176,370 lb

Length

16.4 m

53 ft 10 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1965–1968

15 units

Overview of the BBC V162 / Br 217

Discover the V162 / Br 217, a robust and versatile diesel locomotive with a rich history in German rail operations.

Built between 1965 and 1968 by leading manufacturers like AEG, BBC, Krupp, and Siemens, this B'B' classified locomotive represents a period of significant development in railway engineering.

Boasting a top speed of 140 km/h and a powerful output of 1427 kW, the V162 / Br 217 is capable of delivering an impressive tractive effort of 236 kN, making it suitable for a wide range of tasks.

This diesel locomotive has served various railway companies across Germany, including Deutsche Bahn AG, Pfalzbahn, and Bahn Touristik Express, showcasing its reliability and adaptability in diverse operational environments.

With a length of 16.4 meters and a weight of 80 tons, the V162 / Br 217 continues to be a notable presence in the railway landscape, embodying German engineering excellence.

BBC V162 / Br 217 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	V160
Built by	AEG, BBC, Krupp, Siemens · 1965–196815 units
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Power output	1,427 kW1,914 hp	1,914 hp
Tractive effort	236 kN53,055 lbf	53,055 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	B'B'
Length	16.4 m53 ft 10 in	53 ft 10 in
Weight	80 t176,370 lb	176,370 lb

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Operators of the BBC V162 / Br 217

Railway companies that have operated the V162 / Br 217, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
A.V.G. Ascherleber Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH	ASLVG 217	Germany
Bahn Touristik Express	BTEX 217	Germany
Bremen-Thedinghauser Eisenbahn GmbH	BTE 217	Germany
Deutsche Bahn AG	DB 217	Germany
Pfalzbahn Eisenbahnbetriebsgesellschaft mbH	Pfalzbahn 217	Germany