© trainspo.comBrissonneau and Lotz BB 67400
Built by Brissonneau and Lotz, MTE
Overview of the Brissonneau and Lotz BB 67400
The BB 67400 is a notable diesel locomotive that played a vital role in French railway operations.
Built by Brissonneau and Lotz and MTE between 1969 and 1975, this series contributed significantly to the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF).
With its B'B' axle configuration and a gauge of 1435 mm, the BB 67400 was designed for versatility and reliability across the French rail network.
Powered by a SEMT Pielstick 16 PA4 engine, it delivers a substantial 1765 kW, ensuring efficient performance for various transport tasks.
These robust locomotives, with a top speed of 140 km/h, represent a blend of power, durability, and engineering excellence in their era.
The BB 67400 series stands as a testament to enduring railway technology and its impact on modern transportation.
Brissonneau and Lotz BB 67400 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | BB 67000 | |
| Built by | Brissonneau and Lotz, MTE · 1969–1975232 units | |
| Top speed | 140 km/h87 mph | |
| Power output | 1,765 kW2,367 hp | |
| Prime mover | SEMT Pielstick 16 PA4 | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'B' | |
| Length | 17.09 m56 ft 1 in | |
| Width | 2.94 m9 ft 8 in | |
| Height | 4.14 m13 ft 7 in | |
| Weight | 83.3 t183,645 lb | |
| Axle load | 20.8 t45,856 lb |
Operators of the Brissonneau and Lotz BB 67400
Railway companies that have operated the BB 67400, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| French National Railway Corporation | SNCF BB 67400 | France |
Brissonneau and Lotz BB 67400 photos
Photos © their respective authors, shared on trainspo.com. They may show liveries or variants that differ from the specifications above.
More diesel locomotives from Brissonneau and Lotz

Brissonneau and Lotz
BB 67300
Diesel locomotive
1967–1979 · 140 km/h

Brissonneau and Lotz
BB 67200
Diesel locomotive
1963–1967 · 90 km/h
Brissonneau and Lotz
BB 67000
Diesel locomotive
1963–1968 · 140 km/h

Brissonneau and Lotz
BB 4800
Diesel locomotive
1959–1963 · 90 km/h

Brissonneau and Lotz
CFL 900
Diesel locomotive
1958 · 690 kW

Brissonneau and Lotz
BB 63500
Diesel locomotive
1956–1971 · 90 km/h

Brissonneau and Lotz
CFL 850
Diesel locomotive
1956

Brissonneau and Lotz
BB 63000
Diesel locomotive
1953–1964 · 90 km/h
Similar diesel locomotives from other manufacturers

GEC Australia
EE ML255C
Diesel locomotive
1,750 kW

EMD
GP39
Diesel locomotive
1969–1970 · 1,700 kW

EMD
GP39H-2
Diesel locomotive
140 km/h · 1,700 kW

EMD
SDL39
Diesel locomotive
1969–1972 · 1,700 kW

EMD
GP49PH-3
Diesel locomotive
1,800 kW

EMD
SD39
Diesel locomotive
1968–1970 · 1,720 kW

GE
U23B
Diesel locomotive
1968–1977 · 1,680 kW

Krauss-Maffei
M700C
Diesel locomotive
1968–1979