Alstom KZ8A

Built by Alstom

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

8,800 kW

11,801 hp

Weight

200 t

440,924 lb

Length

35 m

114 ft 10 in

Track gauge

1,520 mm

Russian broad gauge

Years built

2012

Overview of the Alstom KZ8A

Discover the robust KZ8A electric locomotive, a powerful addition to Alstom's Prima family, built in 2012.

This high-performance locomotive is engineered for Kazakhstan's extensive rail network, operated by Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ) as the KTZ KZ8A class.

With a substantial 8800 kW power output and a top speed of 120 km/h, the KZ8A is perfectly suited for heavy freight transport on the 1520 mm gauge.

The Prima 2 KZ series is renowned for its durability and efficiency, making the KZ8A a reliable workhorse.

Measuring 35 meters in length and weighing 200 tons, this electric locomotive is designed for stability and strength, operating on 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems.

Alstom KZ8A technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Prima 2 KZ
Family	Prima
Built by	Alstom · 2012
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	8,800 kW11,801 hp	11,801 hp
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in	4 ft 11⅞ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'
Length	35 m114 ft 10 in	114 ft 10 in
Weight	200 t440,924 lb	440,924 lb