The EuroSprinter family of electric locomotives is a modular concept of locomotives for the European market built by Siemens. The internal Siemens product name is ES 64, with ES for EuroSprinter and the number 64 indicating the 6,400 kW power at rail.

The ES 64 F4 is an electric freight locomotive with 6,400 kW power and a top speed of 140 km/h, in Germany the reporting name is BR (Baureihe) 189. It is also equipped for passenger service, but seldom used in that role. ES 64 F4 is equipped for all four electric systems commonly used in Europe. Because limited space inhibits installation of all safety systems, BR 189 is equipped with various packages giving partial European coverage, e.g. Germany and Switzerland. The braking system includes an electrical energy recovery system.

As well as being in service with Deutsche Bahn AG as BR 189 it is also utillised by SBB as RE 474. Some units are available to let from the Dispolok locomotive pool.

Locomotive by astauder | Repaint by headder