SNCB Class 23

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Class 23
Class 23
NMBS/SNCB Class 23 loco 2343 in Antwerpen-Noorderdokken station 8 March, 2007.
Power type Electric
Builder BN/SEMG/ACEC
Build date 1955-1957
Total production 83
AAR wheel arr. Bo-Bo
Gauge 1435 mm
Driver size 1262 mm
Length 18 m
Weight on drivers 11.5 t
Locomotive weight 92 t
Electric system(s) 3000V DC
Curent collection method Pantograph
Top speed 130 km/h
Power output 1880 kW
Tractive effort 196 kN
Career SNCB/NMBS
Class 23
Number in class 82
Number 2301, 2302 - 2383
Delivered 1955-1957
Disposition In service

Class 23 locomotives are seen across Belgium on freight trains. They are fitted for multiple working, and are often found in pairs.

Recently they have displaced 22s and 25s from their commuter "p" train duties.

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