Brissonneau and Lotz BB 4800

Built by Brissonneau and Lotz

Top speed

90 km/h

56 mph

Power output

607 kW

814 hp

Weight

68 t

149,914 lb

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1959–1963

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Brissonneau and Lotz BB 4800

Explore the powerful BB 4800 diesel locomotive, a robust and reliable workhorse of French railways.

Built by Brissonneau and Lotz between 1959 and 1963, this Bo'Bo' class locomotive served with distinction for Chemins de fer et transport automobile (CFTA).

Refurbished between 1990 and 1995, the BB 4800 boasts a top speed of 90 km/h and a substantial weight of 68 tonnes, making it capable of handling demanding rail operations.

With a power output of 607 kW and a standard 1435 mm gauge, this classic diesel locomotive is a testament to enduring railway engineering.

Brissonneau and Lotz BB 4800 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BB 63000
Built by	Brissonneau and Lotz · 1959–1963
Refurbished	1990 - 1995
Top speed	90 km/h56 mph	56 mph
Power output	607 kW814 hp	814 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Width	2.8 m9 ft 2 in	9 ft 2 in
Height	3.98 m13 ft 1 in	13 ft 1 in
Weight	68 t149,914 lb	149,914 lb