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Brissonneau and Lotz BB 67000

Built by Brissonneau and Lotz, MTE

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Power output

1,240 kW

1,663 hp

Weight

80 t

176,370 lb

Length

17.09 m

56 ft 1 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1963–1968

124 units

Overview of the Brissonneau and Lotz BB 67000

Discover the robust BB 67000 diesel locomotive, a significant part of French railway history.

Built between 1963 and 1968 by Brissonneau and Lotz and MTE, this powerful machine boasts 1240 kW of power and a top speed of 140 km/h, designed for reliable performance across various railway operations for the SNCF.

Measuring 17.09 meters in length and weighing 80 tons, the BB 67000 is a substantial locomotive. Its 1435 mm gauge and B'B' axle classification allowed for extensive use across France's railway network, serving both freight and passenger transport.

The BB 67000 series exemplifies a key era in French diesel traction, showcasing solid engineering and operational versatility that met the demands of its time.

Brissonneau and Lotz BB 67000 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BB 67000
Built by	Brissonneau and Lotz, MTE · 1963–1968124 units
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Power output	1,240 kW1,663 hp	1,663 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	B'B'
Length	17.09 m56 ft 1 in	56 ft 1 in
Width	2.94 m9 ft 8 in	9 ft 8 in
Height	4.14 m13 ft 7 in	13 ft 7 in
Weight	80 t176,370 lb	176,370 lb