NS Class 400

The Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Class 400 was a derivative of the successful Class 200, also built for shunting duties. They were larger than their predecessors, and were built by Werkspoor in 1947. They were called "Grote Siks" (big goats). Unlike their predecessors, they were generally unsuccessful and in 10 years were replaced by the larger Series 500 and 600.

NS Class 400
Locomotive 402 with engine type 6Fa and Smit generator
Type and origin Power type Diesel-electric Builder Werkspoor Build date 1947-1948 Total produced 15
Specifications Configuration: ​  • UIC B  • Commonwealth Bo Gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) Length: ​  • Over buffers 8.9 m (29 ft 2 in) Axle load 18.5 t (18.2 long tons; 20.4 short tons) Loco weight 37 t (36 long tons; 41 short tons)
Performance figures Maximum speed 75 km/h (47 mph) Power output 250 hp (190 kW)
Career Operators Nederlandse Spoorwegen Numbers 401-415 Withdrawn 1958-1961 Disposition All scrapped

References

• Diesellocomotieven in Nederland [Diesel locomotives in the Netherlands] (in Dutch). Alkmaar: De Alk. 2002.