© trainspo.comABB HXD2
Built by ABB, Alstom, CRRC Datong
Overview of the ABB HXD2
Explore the HXD2, a powerful electric locomotive engineered for heavy-duty freight transport and a vital asset to the China Railway Corporation.
Built by industry leaders ABB, Alstom, and CRRC Datong, the HXD2 exemplifies robust construction and exceptional performance on the rail network. Its sophisticated Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' axle arrangement and standard 1435 mm gauge make it perfectly suited for the extensive railway infrastructure in China.
Equipped with advanced 25 kV AC 50 Hz electrical systems, this locomotive is designed to meet the demanding requirements of modern rail operations. Discover the technical specifications and the impressive engineering behind the HXD2 series.
ABB HXD2 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | HXD2 | |
| Built by | ABB, Alstom, CRRC Datong | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' | |
| Width | 2.85 m9 ft 4 in |
Operators of the ABB HXD2
Railway companies that have operated the HXD2, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| China Railway Corporation | CR HXD2 | China |
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