DB BR 103 Introduction

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The DB BR 103 is a class of Train Sim World electric locomotives used by Deutsche Bahn DB for long-distance passenger transport in Germany:

DB BR 103
TypeSix-axle alternating current locomotive
SpeedUp to 200 km/h
Power12,000 kW
Construction1970–1974
Axle formulaCo’Co’
Train protectionPZB 90, Sifa, LZB
BrakeAir brake KE-GPR, electric brake
PropulsionHenschel branch drive, SSW rubber ring gimbal drive
Tractive force312 kN
Wheel diameter1250 mm
Weight114 tonnes

The DB BR 103 was the flagship locomotive of DB for much of the latter part of the 20th century. Its distinctive look and popularity meant it remained in service into the 2010s. The DB BR 103 was replaced by the DB Class 101 in the 1990s and was decommissioned completely in 2003 – Exordium Gaming Chicago

Manufacturer of DB BR 103

AEG

Brown, Boveri & Cie

Henschel & Son

KraussMaffei

Krupp

Siemens

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