SNCF Class CC 14100
| Company type | Electric locomotive class |
|---|---|
| Industry | Rail transport |
| Headquarters | France |
| Products | Electric freight locomotives |
The SNCF Class CC 14100 consisted of 101 electric locomotives with a centre cab design, specifically constructed for hauling heavy freight across northeastern France and international routes extending into Luxembourg. These units operated under a 25 kV 50 Hz AC electrification system and were assigned numbers ranging from CC 14101 to CC 14202.
Service use
Developed to replace steam engines, these locomotives offered remarkable tractive effort. Testing demonstrated that a CC 14100 could initiate movement of trains weighing on gradients of 1.1% and on slopes of 0.5%. Despite their power, the limited maximum speed of proved restrictive, prompting phased retirements beginning in 1986 as extensive overhauls became necessary. The final locomotives continued service until 1997, mainly fulfilling shunting roles.
Preservation
The locomotive CC 14161 is exhibited on a brief track segment adjacent to a supermarket parking area in Conflans-en-Jarnisy, while CC 14183 is maintained at the Carreau Wendel Museum located in Petite-Rosselle.