The DB Class 101
The DB Class 101 is a class of three-phase electric locomotives built by Adtranz and operated by DB Fernverkehr in Germany. 145 locomotives were built between 1996 and 1999 to replace the 30-year old and aging Class 103 as the flagship of the DB AG, primiarily hauling Intercity services. This class encompasses the latest generation of locomotives of the DB.
In the United States, the ALP-46 locomotive is derived from the DB Class 101. Bombardier's TRAXX shares a common heritage.
In the United States, the ALP-46 locomotive is derived from the DB Class 101. Bombardier's TRAXX shares a common heritage.
Builder ADtranz
Model 101 Build date 1996–99 Total produced 145 AAR wheel arr. B-B UIC classification Bo'Bo' Gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8 1⁄2 in) Length 19,100 mm (62 ft 8 in) Locomotive weight 83 t (82 long tons; 91 short tons) Electric system(s) 15 kV 16.7 Hz AC Catenary |
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Current collection, method Pantograph. Top speed 220 km/h (136.7 mph). Power output 6,400 kW (8,583 hp)
Tractive effort 300 kN (67,443 lbf).Train brakes KE-GPR, electric brakes. Safety systems Sifa, PZB, LZB
Tractive effort 300 kN (67,443 lbf).Train brakes KE-GPR, electric brakes. Safety systems Sifa, PZB, LZB
db class ES 64 F
The ES 64 F is an electric freight locomotive with 6,400 kW (8,600 hp) power and a top speed of 140 km/h (87 mph). Though it is equipped for passenger services, it is exclusively used for freight trains. It was introduced to Deutsche Bahn AG as Class 152 in 1996 and today is operated by DB Schenker Rail. Its main role is to replace the older Class 150 and Class 151 locomotives on heavy freight trains. The original German order of 195 units was reduced to 170, as the ÖBB feared that the axle hung traction motors would damage the tracks on the country's mountain railway lines[vague]. Instead, DB AG ordered the remaining 25 ES 64 U2.
With Class 152 DB AG abandoned the CoCo wheel arrangement of the class 150 and 151; with the new digitally controlled anti wheel-slip control the tractive effort should be brought to bear more reliably: nonetheless, some engine drivers argue that in autumn, due to slippery tracks, heavy trains are hard to accelerate. Maximum speed excluded, all performance characteristics are similar to those of DB AG class 101.
With Class 152 DB AG abandoned the CoCo wheel arrangement of the class 150 and 151; with the new digitally controlled anti wheel-slip control the tractive effort should be brought to bear more reliably: nonetheless, some engine drivers argue that in autumn, due to slippery tracks, heavy trains are hard to accelerate. Maximum speed excluded, all performance characteristics are similar to those of DB AG class 101.
DB Class 218
The DB Class 218 (before 1968 the DB Class V 164) are a class of 4 axle, diesel hydraulic locomotives acquired by the Deutsche Bundesbahn for use on main and secondary lines for both passenger and freight trains.
The class represents the final major revision of the DB V 160 family of locomotives; having the preferred features of the antecedent locomotives, including a hydrodynamic brake, and a single engine providing electrical train heating via a generator as well as tractive power. The class were also the most numerous of the family, providing the backbone of the Deutsche Bundesbahn's main-line diesel locomotive traction from the 1970s up to the reunification of Germany.
Despite being displaced from many workings by DMUs, electrification, and inherited DR Class 130s, as of 2009 a significant number of the class still remain active throughout Germany.
Power type Diesel-hydraulic
Builder Krupp, Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, Maschinenbau Kiel.
The class represents the final major revision of the DB V 160 family of locomotives; having the preferred features of the antecedent locomotives, including a hydrodynamic brake, and a single engine providing electrical train heating via a generator as well as tractive power. The class were also the most numerous of the family, providing the backbone of the Deutsche Bundesbahn's main-line diesel locomotive traction from the 1970s up to the reunification of Germany.
Despite being displaced from many workings by DMUs, electrification, and inherited DR Class 130s, as of 2009 a significant number of the class still remain active throughout Germany.
Power type Diesel-hydraulic
Builder Krupp, Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, Maschinenbau Kiel.
Serial number 218 001-012[2]
218 101?499[2] 218 901-908 (converted DB Class 210) Build date 1968; 1971-1979 Total produced 12 prototypes 398 main production 1 as 218 399 rebuilt from 215 112 UIC classification B'B' Gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8 1⁄2 in) Length 16.4 m (53 ft 9.7 in) Locomotive weight ~79.5 t (78.2 long tons; 87.6 short tons) |
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Prime mover As built:
218 001-012, 101-196, 242-288, 901-908: MTU 12V 956 TB 10 {of 1,840 kW/2,470 hp
218 198-241, 289-322, 340-426, 435-455, 463-484: MTU 12V 956 TB 11 (of 2,061 kW/2,764 hp)
218 197, 323-339, 427-434, 456-462, 485-499: Pielstick 16PA 4V 200 (of 2061 kW)[3]
Generator 400 kW (540 hp) for HEP Transmission Hydraulic (Voith 820 brs or MTU K 252 SUBB (with pielstick engines)
Power transmission limit is 1487 kW. Multiple working with other classes of the V160 family, and other locos
Top speed 140 km/h (87 mph) / 90 km/h (56 mph).Power output 1,840 kW (2,470 hp) (TB10 MTU)
2,061 kW (2,764 hp) (MTU TB11) (TB11 MTU) 1,986 kW (2,663 hp) (Pielstick)
Tractive effort starting : 235 kN (53,000 lbf) Locomotive brake hydrodynamic brake
218 001-012, 101-196, 242-288, 901-908: MTU 12V 956 TB 10 {of 1,840 kW/2,470 hp
218 198-241, 289-322, 340-426, 435-455, 463-484: MTU 12V 956 TB 11 (of 2,061 kW/2,764 hp)
218 197, 323-339, 427-434, 456-462, 485-499: Pielstick 16PA 4V 200 (of 2061 kW)[3]
Generator 400 kW (540 hp) for HEP Transmission Hydraulic (Voith 820 brs or MTU K 252 SUBB (with pielstick engines)
Power transmission limit is 1487 kW. Multiple working with other classes of the V160 family, and other locos
Top speed 140 km/h (87 mph) / 90 km/h (56 mph).Power output 1,840 kW (2,470 hp) (TB10 MTU)
2,061 kW (2,764 hp) (MTU TB11) (TB11 MTU) 1,986 kW (2,663 hp) (Pielstick)
Tractive effort starting : 235 kN (53,000 lbf) Locomotive brake hydrodynamic brake