BMAG E 77

Built by BMAG, Krauss, LHW

Top speed

65 km/h

40 mph

Power output

1,600 kW

2,146 hp

Weight

113 t

249,122 lb

Length

16.25 m

53 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1924–1926

56 units

Overview of the BMAG E 77

Discover the historic E 77 electric locomotive, a remarkable piece of German railway heritage. This powerful engine, built between 1924 and 1926 by BMAG, Krauss, and LHW, boasts a robust design and impressive capabilities for its era.

With a top speed of 65 km/h and a substantial weight of 113 tons, the E 77 was a workhorse designed for demanding tasks. Its electric systems operated on 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz, providing a power output of 1600 kW and a tractive effort of 235 kN.

The E 77 features a distinctive (1'B)(B1') UIC axle configuration and a length of 16.25 meters, emphasizing its engineering prowess. Today, this iconic locomotive is preserved and displayed at the DB Museum and Deutsche Reichsbahn in Germany, offering a glimpse into the past of electric rail transport.

BMAG E 77 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	BMAG, Krauss, LHW · 1924–192656 units
Top speed	65 km/h40 mph	40 mph
Power output	1,600 kW2,146 hp	2,146 hp
Tractive effort	235 kN52,830 lbf	52,830 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	(1'B)(B1')
Length	16.25 m53 ft 4 in	53 ft 4 in
Weight	113 t249,122 lb	249,122 lb