CEM BB 9600

Built by CEM, Fives, Jeumont-Schneider

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Power output

2,210 kW

2,964 hp

Weight

67 t

147,710 lb

Length

14.93 m

49 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1959–1964

42 units

Overview of the CEM BB 9600

Discover the iconic BB 9600 locomotive, a workhorse of the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF).

These powerful electric locomotives were built between 1959 and 1964 by CEM, Fives, and Jeumont-Schneider, with a total of 42 units produced.

The BB 9600 class operated on the 1435 mm gauge and boasted a top speed of 140 km/h.

Featuring a Bo'Bo' UIC axle arrangement, these locomotives measured 14.93 meters in length and had a power output of 2210 kW, making them ideal for hauling various types of trains across France.

Many of these durable machines underwent refurbishment between 1990 and 1994, extending their operational life and service to the railway network.

CEM BB 9600 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	CEM, Fives, Jeumont-Schneider · 1959–196442 units
Refurbished	1990 - 1994
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Power output	2,210 kW2,964 hp	2,964 hp
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	14.93 m49 ft 0 in	49 ft 0 in
Width	2.98 m9 ft 9 in	9 ft 9 in
Height	4.18 m13 ft 9 in	13 ft 9 in
Weight	67 t147,710 lb	147,710 lb