© trainspo.comKrupp DB 120.5
Built by BBC, Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp
Overview of the Krupp DB 120.5
Explore the powerful DB 120.5 electric locomotive, a significant piece of German railway history.
Built between 1986 and 1988 by renowned manufacturers BBC, Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, and Krupp, this locomotive boasts an impressive 5600 kW power output.
With a top speed of 200 km/h and a tractive effort of 340 kN, the DB 120.5 is engineered for efficient and high-performance rail transport.
Its robust construction, weighing 84 tons and measuring 19.2 meters in length, ensures durability and capability.
This standard gauge electric locomotive, classified as Bo'Bo', represents a milestone in railway engineering.
Krupp DB 120.5 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | DB 120 | |
| Built by | BBC, Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp · 1986–19882 units | |
| Top speed | 200 km/h124 mph | |
| Power output | 5,600 kW7,510 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 340 kN76,435 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 19.2 m63 ft 0 in | |
| Weight | 84 t185,188 lb |
Operators of the Krupp DB 120.5
Railway companies that have operated the DB 120.5, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| DB Systemtechnik GmbH | DB Systemtechnik 120.5 | Germany |
Krupp DB 120.5 photos
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