Alstom CRH5A

Built by Alstom, CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles

Top speed

250 km/h

155 mph

Power output

5,500 kW

7,376 hp

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

2004

140 units

Overview of the Alstom CRH5A

Experience the CRH5A, a high-speed electric multiple unit (EMU) designed for China's railway network.

Developed by Alstom and CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles, this series, also known as the "New Pendolino," began production in 2004.

With a top speed of 250 km/h and a formation of 8 cars (5M3T), the CRH5A offers efficient and modern passenger transport.

It operates on a 1435 mm gauge track and utilizes a 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric system, delivering a powerful 5500 kW output.

This impressive train measures 211.5 meters in length, 3.2 meters in width, and 4.27 meters in height, serving the China Railway Corporation.

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	New Pendolino
Built by	Alstom, CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles · 2004140 units
Top speed	250 km/h155 mph	155 mph
Power output	5,500 kW7,376 hp	7,376 hp
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	8 cars (5M3T)
Car length	211.5 m693 ft 11 in	693 ft 11 in
Width	3.2 m10 ft 6 in	10 ft 6 in
Height	4.27 m14 ft 0 in	14 ft 0 in