Krupp DB 120.1

Built by BBC, Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp

Top speed

200 km/h

124 mph

Power output

5,600 kW

7,510 hp

Weight

84 t

185,188 lb

Length

19.2 m

63 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1986–1988

60 units

Overview of the Krupp DB 120.1

Discover the powerful DB 120.1 electric locomotive, a versatile workhorse of German railways.

Built between 1986 and 1988 by leading manufacturers, this locomotive boasts a top speed of 200 km/h and an impressive power output of 5600 kW, making it suitable for both heavy passenger and freight services.

Featuring a standard gauge of 1435 mm and a Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement, the DB 120.1 ensures excellent traction and stable performance.

Operating on 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems, these locomotives have a rich history serving Deutsche Bahn AG and other operators, showcasing German engineering excellence.

With a tractive effort of 340 kN and a weight of 84 tons, this locomotive is a testament to efficiency and reliability on the tracks.

Krupp DB 120.1 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	DB 120
Built by	BBC, Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp · 1986–198860 units
Top speed	200 km/h124 mph	124 mph
Power output	5,600 kW7,510 hp	7,510 hp
Tractive effort	340 kN76,435 lbf	76,435 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	19.2 m63 ft 0 in	63 ft 0 in
Weight	84 t185,188 lb	185,188 lb

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Operators of the Krupp DB 120.1

Railway companies that have operated the DB 120.1, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Bahnlogistik24	BLC 120.2	Germany
Deutsche Bahn AG	DB 120.1	Germany
Deutsche Bahn AG	DB 120.2	Germany
Schlunß Eisenbahnlogistik	SEL 120.1	Germany
WRS Widmer Rail Services Personal AG	WRSCH 120	Switzerland