© trainspo.comAlstom NS 1300
Built by Alsthom
Overview of the Alstom NS 1300
Discover the NS 1300, a powerful electric locomotive that served the Dutch railways.
Designed by Alsthom between 1952 and 1956, this Co'Co' locomotive is capable of reaching 130 km/h.
Its robust construction, weighing 111 tons and boasting a power output of 1359 kW, makes it ideal for hauling both freight and passenger trains.
Currently, the NS 1300 continues its legacy through various organizations, including Stichting Klassieke Lokomotieven and Nederlands Spoorwegmuseum, preserving its history for future generations.
Alstom NS 1300 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | CC 7100 | |
| Built by | Alsthom · 1952–195616 units | |
| Top speed | 130 km/h81 mph | |
| Power output | 1,359 kW1,822 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 241 kN54,179 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
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| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 18.95 m62 ft 2 in | |
| Weight | 111 t244,713 lb | |
| Axle load | 19 t41,888 lb |
Operators of the Alstom NS 1300
Railway companies that have operated the NS 1300, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Dutch Railways | NS 1300 | Netherlands |
| Fairtrains | Fairtrains 1300 | Netherlands |
| HSL Logistik Benelux | HSL BV 1300 | Netherlands |
| Nederlands Spoorwegmuseum | NSM 1300 | Netherlands |
| Stichting Klassieke Lokomotieven | KLOK 1300 | Netherlands |
Alstom NS 1300 photos
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