Cockerill SNCB 83

Built by Cockerill

Top speed

50 km/h

31 mph

Power output

400 kW

536 hp

Weight

57 t

125,663 lb

Length

10.75 m

35 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1956

25 units

Overview of the Cockerill SNCB 83

Discover the SNCB 83, a classic diesel locomotive with a rich history in Belgium.

Built by Cockerill in 1956, this robust engine boasts a heritage as part of the SNCB fleet, now proudly preserved.

With a top speed of 50 km/h, the SNCB 83 is a testament to engineering from its era. Its sturdy construction includes a gauge of 1435 mm, a length of 10.75 meters, and a weight of 57 tons, making it a significant piece of railway infrastructure.

Currently, the SNCB 83 is part of the "Patrimoine Ferroviaire et Tourisme-Toerisme en Spoorpatrimonium" (PFT-TSP) in Belgium, ensuring its preservation and accessibility for railway enthusiasts. This diesel locomotive, with a power output of 400 kW, continues to be a symbol of Belgian railway heritage.

Cockerill SNCB 83 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Cockerill · 195625 units
Top speed	50 km/h31 mph	31 mph
Power output	400 kW536 hp	536 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Length	10.75 m35 ft 3 in	35 ft 3 in
Width	2.97 m9 ft 9 in	9 ft 9 in
Height	3.73 m12 ft 3 in	12 ft 3 in
Weight	57 t125,663 lb	125,663 lb