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Electric locomotive

Ganz BHEV LIII

Built by Ganz

Top speed
50 km/h
31 mph
Weight
25 t
55,116 lb
Length
8.43 m
27 ft 8 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1917
Axle arrangement
Bo'

Overview of the Ganz BHEV LIII

Discover the BHEV LIII, a remarkable electric locomotive built by Ganz in 1917.

This historic Bo' classified engine served on the Budapest commuter rails in Hungary, contributing significantly to early electric traction.

Measuring 8.43 meters in length and weighing 25 tons, the BHEV LIII was designed for efficient local service.

It operates on a 1 kV DC electrical system and boasts a top speed of 50 km/h, with a standard gauge of 1435 mm making it versatile.

Explore the rich history and technical specifications of this unique piece of Hungarian railway heritage.

The BHEV LIII stands as a testament to pioneering electric locomotive engineering.

Ganz BHEV LIII technical specifications

Value
Built byGanz · 1917
Top speed50 km/h31 mph
Electric systems
  • 1 kV DC
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'
Length8.43 m27 ft 8 in
Weight25 t55,116 lb

Operators of the Ganz BHEV LIII

Railway companies that have operated the BHEV LIII, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Budapest commuter railsBHEV LIIIHungary

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