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B&W Norte 7200 / Renfe 272 – photo 1© trainspo.com
Electric locomotive

B&W Norte 7200 / Renfe 272

Built by B&W, BBC

Top speed
110 km/h
68 mph
Track gauge
1,668 mm
Iberian gauge
Years built
1928
12 units
Axle arrangement
(2'Co)(Co2')

Overview of the B&W Norte 7200 / Renfe 272

Discover the historic Norte 7200, also known as the Renfe 272, an iconic electric locomotive that made its mark on Spanish railways.

Built in 1928 by B&W and BBC for the Compañía de los Caminos de Hierro del Norte de España, this locomotive is a testament to early 20th-century engineering.

Featuring a 1668 mm gauge and a 1.5 kV DC electric system, its impressive (2'Co)(Co2') axle configuration allowed it to reach speeds of up to 110 km/h, showcasing its robust performance.

This remarkable locomotive represents a significant piece of railway heritage.

B&W Norte 7200 / Renfe 272 technical specifications

Value
Built byB&W, BBC · 192812 units
Top speed110 km/h68 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in
UIC axle arrangement(2'Co)(Co2')

Operators of the B&W Norte 7200 / Renfe 272

Railway companies that have operated the Norte 7200 / Renfe 272, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Compañía de los Caminos de Hierro del Norte de EspañaNORTE 7200Spain

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