Alstom CP 2600

Built by Alsthom

Top speed

160 km/h

99 mph

Power output

2,870 kW

3,849 hp

Weight

78 t

171,960 lb

Length

17.48 m

57 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,668 mm

Iberian gauge

Years built

1974–1975

12 units

Overview of the Alstom CP 2600

Discover the powerful CP 2600 electric locomotive, a notable member of the "Nez cassés" family built by Alsthom in 1974-1975.

This versatile electric locomotive, operating on a 1668 mm gauge, boasts a significant power output of 2870 kW and a tractive effort of 300 kN, making it a reliable workhorse.

With a top speed of 160 km/h and a substantial weight of 78 tons, the CP 2600 is an iconic piece of railway history from the Trains of Portugal.

Explore its impressive dimensions, including a length of 17.48 meters and a width of 3.06 meters, along with its efficient 25 kV AC 50 Hz electrical systems.

The CP 2600, classified with B'B' UIC axles, represents a key development in electric traction technology for its era.

Alstom CP 2600 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BB 15000 / BB 7200 / BB 22200
Family	Nez cassés
Built by	Alsthom · 1974–197512 units
Top speed	160 km/h99 mph	99 mph
Power output	2,870 kW3,849 hp	3,849 hp
Tractive effort	300 kN67,443 lbf	67,443 lbf
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in	5 ft 5⅝ in
UIC axle arrangement	B'B'
Length	17.48 m57 ft 4 in	57 ft 4 in
Width	3.06 m10 ft 0 in	10 ft 0 in
Height	4.3 m14 ft 1 in	14 ft 1 in
Weight	78 t171,960 lb	171,960 lb