© trainspo.comKrauss-Maffei V160 / Br 216
Built by Henschel, KHD, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, MaK
Overview of the Krauss-Maffei V160 / Br 216
Explore the V160, also known as the Br 216, a versatile diesel locomotive.
Built between 1964 and 1968 by renowned manufacturers like Henschel and Krauss-Maffei, it reaches a top speed of 120 km/h.
With a power output of 1320 kW and a weight of 77 tonnes, this standard gauge (1435 mm) locomotive has served numerous railway companies, including Deutsche Bahn AG, and operates in countries like Germany and Italy.
It is recognized for its B'B' axle configuration and a length of 16 meters, offering significant traction capabilities for various rail operations.
Krauss-Maffei V160 / Br 216 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | V160 | |
| Built by | Henschel, KHD, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, MaK · 1964–1968224 units | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 1,320 kW1,770 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'B' | |
| Length | 16 m52 ft 6 in | |
| Weight | 77 t169,756 lb |
Operators of the Krauss-Maffei V160 / Br 216
Railway companies that have operated the V160 / Br 216, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Bahnlogistik24 | BLC 216 | Germany |
| Brohltalbahn | Brohltalbahn 216 | Germany |
| Deutsche Bahn AG | DB 216 | Germany |
| EBM Cargo GmbH | EBM 216 | Germany |
| Flex Bahndienstleistungen | FLEX 216 | Germany |
| Internationale Gesellschaft für Eisenbahnverkehr | IGE 216 | Germany |
| Wiebe Gleisbau GmbH | Wiebe 216 | Germany |
| Ferrovie Emilia Romagna | FER 1900 | Italy |
| Serfer Servizi Ferroviari S.r.l | SERFER 216 | Italy |
Krauss-Maffei V160 / Br 216 photos
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