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Electric locomotive

Alstom E37

Built by Alstom

Top speed
140 km/h
87 mph
Power output
4,200 kW
5,632 hp
Weight
90 t
198,416 lb
Length
19.72 m
64 ft 8 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
2004–2006
180 units

Overview of the Alstom E37

Discover the impressive E37 electric locomotive, a powerful workhorse designed for diverse rail operations.

This versatile locomotive, part of the Prima family and built by Alstom between 2004 and 2006, boasts a top speed of 140 km/h and a substantial weight of 90 tons, making it ideal for heavy hauling.

With its advanced electric systems supporting 15 kV AC, 25 kV AC, and 1.5 kV DC, the E37 is equipped to handle a wide range of international rail networks.

It operates across Germany and France, serving notable companies such as Captrain Deutschland, Europorte France, and Rhenus Rail St. Ingbert GmbH.

The E37's robust Bo'Bo' axle configuration and a length of 19.72 meters underscore its capability in demanding rail environments.

Alstom E37 technical specifications

Value
SeriesBB 37000
FamilyPrima
Built byAlstom · 2004–2006180 units
Top speed140 km/h87 mph
Power output4,200 kW5,632 hp
Electric systems
  • 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length19.72 m64 ft 8 in
Weight90 t198,416 lb

Operators of the Alstom E37

Railway companies that have operated the E37, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
AKIEMAKIEM E37France
Europorte FranceEuroporte E37France
Mercitalia LogisticsMIL E37France
Captrain DeutschlandCTD E37Germany
CB RailCB Rail E37Germany
Rhenus Rail St. Ingbert GmbHRRI E37Germany
Teutoburger Wald-Eisenbahn GesellschaftTWE E37Germany
Veolia Cargo DeutschlandVeolia CD E37Germany

Alstom E37 photos

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