LEW DR 252

Built by AEG, LEW

Top speed

125 km/h

78 mph

Weight

120 t

264,554 lb

Length

19.5 m

64 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1991

4 units

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'

Overview of the LEW DR 252

Explore the powerful DR 252 electric locomotive, a robust 120-ton machine designed for speed and efficiency.

This impressive locomotive boasts a top speed of 125 km/h and features a Co'Co' wheel arrangement, ensuring excellent traction and stability on the rails.

Built by AEG and LEW in 1991, the DR 252 operates on 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems and adheres to a 1435 mm gauge.

With a length of 19.5 meters, a width of 3.1 meters, and a height of 4.65 meters, its substantial dimensions highlight its engineering prowess.

Known as the MEG 156 for Mitteldeutsche Eisenbahn Gesellschaft in Germany, this locomotive is a testament to advanced railway technology and reliable performance.

LEW DR 252 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	AEG, LEW · 19914 units
Top speed	125 km/h78 mph	78 mph
Electric systems	15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	19.5 m64 ft 0 in	64 ft 0 in
Width	3.1 m10 ft 2 in	10 ft 2 in
Height	4.65 m15 ft 3 in	15 ft 3 in
Weight	120 t264,554 lb	264,554 lb
Axle load	20 t44,092 lb	44,092 lb