Alstom CP 2620

Built by Alsthom, Sorefame

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

1987–1989

9 units

Overview of the Alstom CP 2620

Discover the powerful CP 2620, a notable electric locomotive from Portugal.

This locomotive, belonging to the "Nez cassés" family and the BB 15000 / BB 7200 / BB 22200 series, was built by Alsthom and Sorefame between 1987 and 1989.

The CP 2620 boasts impressive specifications, including a top speed of 160 km/h, a power output of 2870 kW, and a tractive effort of 300 kN.

Its robust design features a B'B' UIC axle configuration, a length of 17.48 meters, and operates on a 1668 mm gauge.

Experience the engineering marvel that is the CP 2620, a key player in the Trains of Portugal fleet.

Alstom CP 2620 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BB 15000 / BB 7200 / BB 22200
Family	Nez cassés
Built by	Alsthom, Sorefame · 1987–19899 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