Krauss-Maffei DB E41

Built by Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, AEG, BBC, Siemens

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

2,310 kW

3,098 hp

Length

15.62 m

51 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1956–1971

451 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Krauss-Maffei DB E41

Discover the robust DB E41 electric locomotive, a workhorse of German railways.

This versatile locomotive, known in its later service as the DB 141, was built by renowned manufacturers like Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, and Siemens between 1956 and 1971.

With a powerful 2310 kW output and a top speed of 120 km/h, it proved essential for various hauling tasks across Germany's standard gauge network.

The DB E41 features a Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and operates on 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems, embodying a significant era in railway engineering.

Explore the specifications and historical significance of this iconic German electric locomotive.

Krauss-Maffei DB E41 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, AEG, BBC, Siemens · 1956–1971451 units
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	2,310 kW3,098 hp	3,098 hp
Tractive effort	216 kN48,559 lbf	48,559 lbf
Electric systems	15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	15.62 m51 ft 3 in	51 ft 3 in