Electric locomotive class 144 of the Deutsche Bundesbahn.
■ Perfectly matches the "Silberlinge"
■ For the first time with running number for push-pull trains
From the electric locomotive series E 44, almost 200 locomotives
were put into service in the period between 1932 to 1954. The power
output of the 4-axled bogie locomotives was around 2,200 kW and the
maximum speed was 90 km/h. The locomotive hauled passenger trains
as well as goods trains and therefore quickly earned the nickname
"girl Friday". Some locomotives were equipped with push-pull train
control and were therefore used in suburban traffic in metropolitan
areas.
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