The Class 68 was introduced in 2014 built by Vossloh in Spain. These Mixed traffic Bo-Bo are limited to 100mph. Powered by a 3,800 horsepower Caterpillar C175-16 prime mover, giving power to 4 frame mounted ABB traction motors, producing 71,000lbf of tractive effort.
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