© trainspo.comAlstom ONCF E-1300
Built by GEC Alsthom, MTE
Overview of the Alstom ONCF E-1300
Discover the ONCF E-1300 electric locomotive, a powerful traction unit serving the National Office for Railways of Morocco (ONCF).
This locomotive, part of the "Nez cassés" family and based on the BB 15000 / BB 7200 / BB 22200 series, was built by GEC Alsthom and MTE in 1992.
Boasting a top speed of 160 km/h, an impressive power output of 4040 kW, and a tractive effort of 295 kN, the ONCF E-1300 is engineered for efficient railway operations.
Featuring a 1435 mm gauge, B'B' UIC axles, and a length of 17.48 meters, this electric locomotive utilizes a 3 kV DC electric system, showcasing its robustness and reliability.
Alstom ONCF E-1300 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | BB 15000 / BB 7200 / BB 22200 | |
| Family | Nez cassés | |
| Built by | GEC Alsthom, MTE · 199218 units | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Power output | 4,040 kW5,418 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 295 kN66,319 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'B' | |
| Length | 17.48 m57 ft 4 in |
Operators of the Alstom ONCF E-1300
Railway companies that have operated the ONCF E-1300, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| National Office for Railways of Morocco | ONCF E-1300 | Morocco |
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