Jeumont-Schneider BB 9400

Built by Jeumont-Schneider, CEM, Fives

Top speed

180 km/h

112 mph

Power output

2,210 kW

2,964 hp

Weight

60 t

132,277 lb

Length

14.4 m

47 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Jeumont-Schneider BB 9400

Discover the iconic BB 9400 electric locomotive, a testament to French railway engineering.

Built by Jeumont-Schneider, CEM, and Fives, this powerful machine boasts a top speed of 180 km/h and an output of 2210 kW, making it suitable for both freight and passenger services.

With a standard gauge of 1435 mm and a Bo'Bo' UIC axle configuration, the BB 9400 offers superb handling and stability.

The French National Railway Corporation (SNCF) successfully utilized these robust and dependable locomotives throughout their operational life.

The BB 9400 holds a significant place in railway history, appealing to model railway enthusiasts and railfans alike for its enduring legacy and technical prowess.

Jeumont-Schneider BB 9400 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Jeumont-Schneider, CEM, Fives
Top speed	180 km/h112 mph	112 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	14.4 m47 ft 3 in	47 ft 3 in
Weight	60 t132,277 lb	132,277 lb