Henschel DE2500

Built by Henschel, BBC

Length

18 m

59 ft 1 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1971

3 units

Axle arrangement

B'B'

Overview of the Henschel DE2500

Discover the powerful DE2500 diesel locomotive, a remarkable piece of engineering with a rich history.

Built by Henschel and BBC in 1971, this versatile diesel locomotive, identified by its B'B' UIC axle configuration, boasts a length of 18 meters.

With a gauge of 1435 mm, it has served and is recognized by the Dresden Transport Museum as a DTM DE2500, showcasing its enduring presence.

Explore the details of this robust machine, measuring 3.07 meters in width and 4.28 meters in height, a true testament to German industrial capability.

Henschel DE2500 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Henschel, BBC · 19713 units
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	B'B'
Length	18 m59 ft 1 in	59 ft 1 in
Width	3.07 m10 ft 1 in	10 ft 1 in
Height	4.28 m14 ft 1 in	14 ft 1 in