| 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 produced | 83 |
| AAR wheel arr. | Bo-Bo |
| Gauge | 1435 mm |
| Driver diameter | 1262 mm |
| Length | 18 m |
| Weight on drivers | 11.5 t |
| Locomotive weight | 92 t |
| Electric system | 3000V DC |
| Current 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. In the peak periods during the week they also work "P" trains, commuter trains which serve towns and cities throughout Belgium.
Recently they have displaced 22s and 25s from their commuter "P" train duties. It is expected that the class will lose some of their "P" train duties when all the new class 18's are delivered. The new class 28 is also expected to take some of their freight workings away.
Before 1 January 1971 the locomotives were numbered 123.001-123.083 but from this date the class became 2301-2383.
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