© trainspo.comSACM BB 69200
Built by CAFL, Alsthom, CEM, SACM, Fives
Overview of the SACM BB 69200
Discover the robust BB 69200, a versatile diesel locomotive with a powerful 745 kW output.
This reliable machine, built between 1965 and 1968, features a classic Bo'Bo' UIC axle configuration and operates on a standard 1435 mm gauge.
With a top speed of 120 km/h, it served diligently with the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF).
Its substantial dimensions, including a length of 14.89 meters, width of 2.98 meters, and height of 4.26 meters, underscore its significant presence on the rails.
Explore the heritage and capabilities of the BB 69200, a true workhorse of French railway history.
SACM BB 69200 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | CAFL, Alsthom, CEM, SACM, Fives · 1965–196891 units | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 745 kW999 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 14.89 m48 ft 10 in | |
| Width | 2.98 m9 ft 9 in | |
| Height | 4.26 m14 ft 0 in |
Operators of the SACM BB 69200
Railway companies that have operated the BB 69200, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| French National Railway Corporation | SNCF BB 69200 | France |
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