Sulzer BB 63000

Built by Brissonneau and Lotz, Sulzer

Top speed

90 km/h

56 mph

Power output

445 kW

597 hp

Length

14.68 m

48 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1953–1964

250 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Sulzer BB 63000

Discover the robust BB 63000 diesel locomotive, a significant piece of French railway history.

Built by Brissonneau and Lotz with Sulzer, these locomotives served the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF) from 1953 to 1964, with 250 units produced.

Designed for versatility, the BB 63000 was capable of handling both freight and passenger services across France, contributing to the nation's rail transport for decades.

This classic diesel locomotive boasts a top speed of 90 km/h and a power output of 445 kW, making it a reliable workhorse.

It features standard 1435 mm gauge and a Bo'Bo' UIC axle arrangement, with impressive dimensions of 14.68 m in length, 2.8 m in width, and 3.98 m in height.

Sulzer BB 63000 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Brissonneau and Lotz, Sulzer · 1953–1964250 units
Top speed	90 km/h56 mph	56 mph
Power output	445 kW597 hp	597 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	14.68 m48 ft 2 in	48 ft 2 in
Width	2.8 m9 ft 2 in	9 ft 2 in
Height	3.98 m13 ft 1 in	13 ft 1 in