NSB BM88

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NSB BM88
In service 1945-1970
Manufacturer Strømmen
Number built 1942-46, 1958
Number built 6
Number scrapped 6
Fleet numbers 88.01 - 88.13
88.61 - 88.63
Capacity 157
Operator Norges Statsbaner
Specifications
Car length 22,275 mm
Maximum speed 120 km/h
Weight 42.0 t
Engine Maybach
Power output 970 kW
Gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8½ in)

NSB BM88 is a diesel-electric multiple unit used by Norges Statsbaner between 1942 and 1970. A total of six 2-car units were built by Strømmen, with delivery in 1942-46, though not in operation until 1945. In 1958 they were rebuilt to three-car units. None of the units have been preserved.

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