Cockerill SNCB 59

Built by Cockerill, ACEC

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Weight

87 t

191,802 lb

Length

16.18 m

53 ft 1 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1954–1955

55 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Cockerill SNCB 59

Discover the SNCB 59, a powerful diesel locomotive built by Cockerill and ACEC between 1954 and 1955.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and a gauge of 1435 mm, this locomotive is perfectly suited for service with the Belgian National Railway Company (SNCB/NMBS).

This Bo'Bo' classified engine boasts an impressive tractive effort of 196 kN and a service weight of 87 tons. Its robust dimensions of 16.18 meters long, 2.88 meters wide, and 4.12 meters high highlight its solid and reliable construction, making it a significant part of Belgian railway history.

Cockerill SNCB 59 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Cockerill, ACEC · 1954–195555 units
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Tractive effort	196 kN44,063 lbf	44,063 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	16.18 m53 ft 1 in	53 ft 1 in
Width	2.88 m9 ft 5 in	9 ft 5 in
Height	4.12 m13 ft 6 in	13 ft 6 in
Weight	87 t191,802 lb	191,802 lb