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Diesel locomotive

Krupp ME 1500

Built by Krupp, AEG

Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1964
1 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Krupp ME 1500

Discover the robust ME 1500 diesel locomotive, a powerful workhorse designed for demanding rail operations.

Built by Krupp and AEG in 1964, this locomotive features a classic Bo'Bo' axle arrangement, ensuring excellent traction and stability on standard gauge (1435 mm) tracks.

The ME 1500, known as the SOB Am 846 within Schweizerische Südostbahn AG in Switzerland, is a testament to enduring German engineering, ready to tackle your rail transport needs.

Its sturdy construction and reliable diesel power make it a valuable asset for any railway service.

Krupp ME 1500 technical specifications

Value
Built byKrupp, AEG · 19641 units
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'

Operators of the Krupp ME 1500

Railway companies that have operated the ME 1500, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Schweizerische Südostbahn AGSOB Am 846Switzerland

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