© trainspo.comSSW BR 194
Built by AEG, SSW, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, Henschel, Floridsdorf
Overview of the SSW BR 194
Discover the powerful BR 194 electric locomotive, a robust and versatile engine with a rich history.
Built by renowned manufacturers like AEG, SSW, and Krupp between 1940 and 1956, this locomotive boasts a formidable 3000 kW power output and a tractive effort of 363 kN.
With a top speed of 100 km/h and a gauge of 1435 mm, the BR 194 is designed for demanding railway operations.
Its impressive Co'Co' wheel arrangement and 18.6-meter length make it a reliable workhorse for various railway companies across Germany and Austria, including Deutsche Bahn AG and Austrian Federal Railways.
This iconic locomotive, also known as the ÖBB 1020, continues to be a significant part of railway heritage.
SSW BR 194 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | AEG, SSW, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, Henschel, Floridsdorf · 1940–1956 | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 3,000 kW4,023 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 363 kN81,606 lbf | |
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| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 18.6 m61 ft 0 in |
Operators of the SSW BR 194
Railway companies that have operated the BR 194, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| 1. österreichische Straßenbahn- und Eisenbahn Klub | 1.öSEK 1020 | Austria |
| Austrian Federal Railways | ÖBB 1020 | Austria |
| Austrian Society for Railway History | ÖGEG 1020 | Austria |
| Salzburger Lokal Bahn | SLB 1020 | Austria |
| Deutsche Bahn AG | DB 194 | Germany |
| Rail4U | R4U 194 | Germany |
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