A superbly illustrated history of the BB 63000 and BB 63500 family of diesel locomotives, first introduced on France’s railways at the end of the 1950s. Looks at the design of the locomotives and at variations between types. Also looks at operations undertaken by the locomotives throughout their history, including work for the SNCF, private and industrial operators. Contains full fleet lists with introduction and withdrawal dates, as well as details of exported locomotives. Well illustrated with colour and a few early black & white photographs. French text. 98 pages.