© trainspo.comSiemens OSE 120
Built by Siemens, Krauss-Maffei
Overview of the Siemens OSE 120
Discover the OSE 120, a powerful electric locomotive from the EuroSprinter family.
Built by Siemens and Krauss-Maffei between 1997 and 2005, this impressive machine boasts a top speed of 200 km/h and an output of 5000 kW, making it a versatile choice for both passenger and freight services.
Operating on a 1435 mm gauge and utilizing 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems, the OSE 120 offers reliable performance for the Hellenic Railways Organisation (OSE) and Rail Cargo Logistics Goldair in Greece.
With its robust Bo'Bo' classification and a tractive effort of 300 kN, the OSE 120 is a testament to modern railway engineering.
Siemens OSE 120 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | ES64P | |
| Family | EuroSprinter | |
| Built by | Siemens, Krauss-Maffei · 1997–200530 units | |
| Top speed | 200 km/h124 mph | |
| Power output | 5,000 kW6,705 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 300 kN67,443 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 19.58 m64 ft 3 in | |
| Weight | 80 t176,370 lb |
Operators of the Siemens OSE 120
Railway companies that have operated the OSE 120, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Hellenic Railways Organisation | OSE 120 | Greece |
| Hellenic Railways Organisation | OSE H.561 | Greece |
| Rail Cargo Logistics Goldair | RCLG 120 | Greece |
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