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Fuel cell locomotive

Alstom Prima H3

Built by Alstom

Top speed
100 km/h
62 mph
Weight
67 t
147,710 lb
Length
12.8 m
42 ft 0 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge

Overview of the Alstom Prima H3

Discover the Alstom Prima H3, a cutting-edge fuel cell-electric locomotive designed for the future of rail operations.

This innovative engine merges powerful performance with eco-friendly technology, perfect for efficient shunting tasks.

Boasting a top speed of 100 km/h and a robust tractive effort of 240 kN, the Prima H3 is built for demanding railway environments.

Its dimensions, including a length of 12.8 meters and a width of 3.13 meters, ensure agility and suitability for various rail networks.

The Prima H3 is already making its mark with leading companies such as Mittel-Deutsche Eisenbahn Gesellschaft, operating as the MEG H3-Hybrid in Germany, and SBB Cargo in Switzerland.

This locomotive represents a significant advancement towards sustainable rail transport.

Alstom Prima H3 technical specifications

Value
Built byAlstom
Top speed100 km/h62 mph
Tractive effort240 kN53,954 lbf
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Length12.8 m42 ft 0 in
Width3.13 m10 ft 3 in
Height4.25 m13 ft 11 in
Weight67 t147,710 lb
Axle load22.5 t49,604 lb

Operators of the Alstom Prima H3

Railway companies that have operated the Prima H3, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Mitteldeutsche Eisenbahn GesellschaftMEG H3-HybridGermany
SBB CargoSBB Cargo H3Switzerland

Alstom Prima H3 photos

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