© trainspo.comKrauss-Maffei M1500BB
Built by Krupp, Krauss-Maffei
Overview of the Krauss-Maffei M1500BB
Discover the M1500BB, a robust diesel locomotive that has served Indonesian Railways as the KAI BB 301 class.
Built by Krupp and Krauss-Maffei in 1964, this Bo'Bo' locomotive features a 1067 mm gauge and an impressive power output of 970 kW, making it a reliable workhorse for rail transport.
Explore its specifications and see images of this classic locomotive in action, a testament to durable engineering and its important role in Indonesia's railway history.
Krauss-Maffei M1500BB technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Krupp, Krauss-Maffei · 1964 | |
| Power output | 970 kW1,301 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' |
Operators of the Krauss-Maffei M1500BB
Railway companies that have operated the M1500BB, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesian Railways | KAI BB 301 | Indonesia |
Krauss-Maffei M1500BB photos
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