Voith Gravita 15 BB

Built by Voith

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Power output

1,800 kW

2,414 hp

Weight

3.1 t

6,790 lb

Length

16.86 m

55 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

2011–2013

36 units

Overview of the Voith Gravita 15 BB

Explore the powerful Gravita 15 BB diesel locomotive, a modern and robust engine built for efficient freight transport.

Constructed between 2011 and 2013, this versatile locomotive has served various railway companies in Germany and the Netherlands, showcasing its reliable performance.

With a top speed of 100 km/h and powered by an MTU 12V 4000 R43 engine delivering 1800 kW, the Gravita 15 BB boasts an impressive tractive effort of 270 kN.

Discover its imposing design and technical specifications, making it a noteworthy addition to any rail enthusiast's collection or a valuable asset for professional railway operations.

Voith Gravita 15 BB technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Gravita
Family	Gravita
Built by	Voith · 2011–201336 units
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Power output	1,800 kW2,414 hp	2,414 hp
Tractive effort	270 kN60,698 lbf	60,698 lbf
Prime mover	MTU 12V 4000 R43
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	B'B'
Length	16.86 m55 ft 4 in	55 ft 4 in
Width	3 m9 ft 10 in	9 ft 10 in
Height	4.27 m14 ft 0 in	14 ft 0 in
Weight	3.08 t6,790 lb	6,790 lb

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Operators of the Voith Gravita 15 BB

Railway companies that have operated the Gravita 15 BB, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Chemion Logistik GmbH	CLG 265	Germany
DB Cargo Deutschland	DBC 265	Germany
Hohenzollerische Landesbahn AG	HzL 15L BB	Germany
Internationale Gesellschaft für Eisenbahnverkehr	IGE 265	Germany
Retrack GmbH & Co. KG	ReTrack 265	Germany
Kombirail Europe B.V.	KombiRail 265	Netherlands