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MTE BB 25150 – photo 1© trainspo.com
Electric locomotive

MTE BB 25150

Built by MTE

Top speed
130 km/h
81 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1967–1977
45 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the MTE BB 25150

Discover the BB 25150, a versatile electric locomotive from the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF).

This impressive machine, built between 1967 and 1977, showcases robust engineering designed for durability and performance in the French railway network.

With a top speed of 130 km/h and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the BB 25150 is well-equipped for efficient railway operations.

Its Bo'Bo' axle arrangement and dual-system capability, supporting both 25 kV AC 50 Hz and 1.5 kV DC, make it an exceptionally flexible unit capable of handling diverse routes and operational demands.

The BB 25150 stands as a testament to a significant era in French electric traction, celebrated for its reliability and efficiency.

Its technical specifications, particularly its ability to utilize two distinct power sources, underscore its historical importance and enduring contribution to the landscape of French railways.

MTE BB 25150 technical specifications

Value
Built byMTE · 1967–197745 units
Top speed130 km/h81 mph
Electric systems
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz (4 kW)
  • 1.5 kV DC (3 kW)
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'

Operators of the MTE BB 25150

Railway companies that have operated the BB 25150, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
French National Railway CorporationSNCF BB 25150France

MTE BB 25150 photos

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