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Electric locomotive

Talgo DB 105

Built by Talgo

Top speed
230 km/h
143 mph
Power output
6,400 kW
8,583 hp
Length
19.7 m
64 ft 8 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
2021
79 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Talgo DB 105

Explore the powerful DB 105 electric locomotive, a modern marvel designed for high-speed rail travel in Germany.

With a top speed of 230 km/h and an impressive power output of 6400 kW, this locomotive is built by Talgo in 2021, featuring a flexible design to accommodate multiple electric systems including 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz, 25 kV AC 60 Hz, and 1.5 kV DC.

Its robust Bo'Bo' axle arrangement and 1435 mm gauge ensure stability and performance on standard tracks, making it a reliable workhorse for Deutsche Bahn AG.

The DB 105 boasts a streamlined profile, measuring 19.7 meters in length and 4.2 meters in height, reflecting its advanced engineering and operational efficiency for the demanding German railway network.

Talgo DB 105 technical specifications

Value
Built byTalgo · 202179 units
Top speed230 km/h143 mph
Power output6,400 kW8,583 hp
Electric systems
  • 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
  • 25 kV AC 60 Hz
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length19.7 m64 ft 8 in
Height4.2 m13 ft 9 in

Operators of the Talgo DB 105

Railway companies that have operated the DB 105, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Deutsche Bahn AGDB 105Germany

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