Krauss BBO 1080

Discover the impressive BBO 1080, a historic electric locomotive that played a vital role in Austrian railway history.

This robust machine, built by Siemens and Krauss between 1924 and 1929, showcases classic engineering and design.

As an electric locomotive with a 1435 mm gauge, it was a key part of the Austrian Federal Railways, serving under the classifications ÖBB 1080 and later ÖBB 1180.

With a top speed of 50 km/h and operating on 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems, the BBO 1080 was built for efficiency and reliability on the tracks.

Explore the legacy of this significant locomotive and its contributions to rail transport in Austria.