Alstom AZ8A

Built by Alstom, TMH

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

8,800 kW

11,801 hp

Weight

200 t

440,924 lb

Length

35,000 m

114829 ft 5 in

Track gauge

1,520 mm

Russian broad gauge

Years built

2018

40 units

Overview of the Alstom AZ8A

Discover the powerful AZ8A electric locomotive, a key asset for Azerbaijan Railways.

Part of Alstom's Prima family and specifically the Prima 2 KZ series, this modern locomotive boasts an impressive 8800 kW power output.

Built from 2018 onwards by Alstom and TMH, the AZ8A is designed for heavy-duty freight operations. It achieves a top speed of 120 km/h and delivers a formidable tractive effort of 833 kN.

With its 1520 mm gauge and substantial 200-tonne weight, this 35-meter-long electric locomotive, featuring a Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' axle arrangement, is engineered for exceptional performance and reliability on the rails.

Alstom AZ8A technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Prima 2 KZ
Family	Prima
Built by	Alstom, TMH · 201840 units
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	8,800 kW11,801 hp	11,801 hp
Tractive effort	833 kN187,266 lbf	187,266 lbf
Track gauge	1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in	4 ft 11⅞ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'
Formation	2 cars
Length	35,000 m114829 ft 5 in	114829 ft 5 in
Height	5,290 m17355 ft 8 in	17355 ft 8 in
Weight	200 t440,924 lb	440,924 lb