© trainspo.comBombardier B 81500
Built by Bombardier
Overview of the Bombardier B 81500
Discover the B 81500, a modern and reliable locomotive built by Bombardier between 2004 and 2010.
This Diesel-Electric Multiple Unit (DEMU) is a key part of the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF) fleet.
It boasts a top speed of 160 km/h and a power output of 1324 kW, operating on a 1435 mm gauge with 1.5 kV DC electric systems.
The B 81500 is engineered for efficiency and performance, making it an excellent choice for contemporary rail transport needs in France.
Bombardier B 81500 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Bombardier · 2004–2010185 units | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Power output | 1,324 kW1,776 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in |
Operators of the Bombardier B 81500
Railway companies that have operated the B 81500, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| French National Railway Corporation | SNCF B 81500 | France |
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