LHB DSB BS

Built by LHB

Top speed

160 km/h

99 mph

Weight

29 t

63,934 lb

Length

18.4 m

60 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1963–1966

10 units

Overview of the LHB DSB BS

Discover the DSB BS, a unique control car designed by LHB between 1963 and 1966 for the Danish State Railways.

This distinguished locomotive, built as part of the VT 11.5 series, boasts a remarkable top speed of 160 km/h and operates on standard gauge tracks (1435 mm).

With a length of 18.4 meters and a weight of 29 tons, the DSB BS is a significant piece of railway history.

Explore the technical specifications and historical context of this impressive control car, a testament to Danish railway engineering.

LHB DSB BS technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	VT 11.5
Built by	LHB · 1963–196610 units
Top speed	160 km/h99 mph	99 mph
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Length	18.4 m60 ft 4 in	60 ft 4 in
Weight	29 t63,934 lb	63,934 lb