SNCF Class BB 67200
| Company type | Diesel-electric locomotive |
|---|---|
| Industry | Rail transport |
| Founded | 1980 |
| Headquarters | Nevers , France |
| Products | Locomotives |
Number of employees | 80 (units built) |
The Class BB 67200 diesel locomotives operated by SNCF originated from modifications of the earlier BB 67000 series. These units were designed by Paul Arzens and built by Brissonneau and Lotz during the period from 1980 to 1984, resulting in a total production of 80 locomotives. Equipped with a V16 SEMT 16PA4 diesel engine, these diesel-electric machines generate a power output of 303 kN and can reach speeds up to 90 km/h. Each locomotive has an approximate weight of 80 tons and employs a Bo′Bo′ wheel configuration, serving SNCF primarily in both freight and passenger transport roles.
History
Following the inauguration of the LGV Sud-Est high-speed line, thirty BB 67000 locomotives underwent upgrades that included the installation of cab signalling and radio communication systems. This modification enabled them to haul ballast trains and act as emergency support on high-speed tracks. To facilitate coupling with TGV trainsets, they were fitted with a Scharfenberg coupler at one end. Initially, these upgraded locomotives were stationed at Nevers, after which an additional fifty units received similar conversions.