© trainspo.comAlstom 3150
Built by Sorefame, Alsthom
Overview of the Alstom 3150
Explore the CP 3150, an iconic electric multiple unit that has served the Portuguese rail network.
Built in 1959 by Sorefame and Alsthom, this 3-car train, with its distinctive 2'2'+Bo'Bo'+2'2' formation, represents a significant piece of Portugal's railway history.
Capable of reaching speeds of 90 km/h and offering seating for 156 passengers, the 3150 was designed for efficient urban and suburban travel.
Key specifications include a 1668 mm gauge, a substantial weight of 118 tons, and operation on a 1.5 kV DC electric system, producing a power output of 960 kW.
Refurbished between 1998 and 2002, the CP 3150 demonstrates enduring quality and adaptability, remaining a notable presence on Portuguese tracks.
Alstom 3150 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | CP 3212 | |
| Built by | Sorefame, Alsthom · 1959 | |
| Refurbished | EMEF 1998 - 2002 (13) | |
| Top speed | 90 km/h56 mph | |
| Power output | 960 kW1,287 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 105 kN23,605 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
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| Track gauge | 1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 2'2'+Bo'Bo'+2'2' | |
| Formation | 3 cars | |
| Capacity | 156 seats | |
| Weight | 118 t260,145 lb |
Operators of the Alstom 3150
Railway companies that have operated the 3150, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Trains of Portugal | CP 3150 | Portugal |
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