© trainspo.comAlstom 8K
Built by Alsthom, Zhuzhou
Overview of the Alstom 8K
Explore the powerful 8K electric locomotive, a key asset of China Railway Corporation.
This robust locomotive, classified as CR 8K, features an impressive 6400 kW power output and a substantial tractive effort of 628 kN, making it ideal for heavy-duty operations on 1435 mm gauge tracks.
Built between 1987 and 1989 by Alsthom and Zhuzhou, the 8K series is equipped with advanced 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems.
Its Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' axle configuration ensures excellent stability and control, allowing it to reach a top speed of 100 km/h.
Discover the efficiency and reliability of this notable electric locomotive, a testament to modern railway engineering.
Alstom 8K technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | BB 15000 / BB 7200 / BB 22200 | |
| Built by | Alsthom, Zhuzhou · 1987–1989150 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 6,400 kW8,583 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 628 kN141,180 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
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| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' |
Operators of the Alstom 8K
Railway companies that have operated the 8K, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| China Railway Corporation | CR 8K | China |
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