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Electric multiple unit

Alstom X40-2

Built by Alstom

Top speed
200 km/h
124 mph
Power output
1,600 kW
2,146 hp
Weight
140 t
308,647 lb
Length
55.1 m
180 ft 9 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
2004
16 units

Overview of the Alstom X40-2

Discover the X40-2, a modern and efficient electric multiple unit (EMU) designed for comfortable passenger transport.

This train, part of the Coradia Duplex family and specifically the SJ X40 series, boasts a top speed of 200 km/h, making it ideal for intercity travel.

Built by Alstom starting in 2004, the X40-2 features a 2nd class capacity of 153 seats, a train length of 55.1 meters, and operates on standard gauge tracks (1435 mm).

With a power output of 1600 kW and running on 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems, this locomotive is a reliable workhorse for Sweden Railways.

Alstom X40-2 technical specifications

Value
SeriesSJ X40
FamilyCoradia Duplex
Built byAlstom · 200416 units
Top speed200 km/h124 mph
Power output1,600 kW2,146 hp
Electric systems
  • 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'2'+2'Bo'
Capacity2nd class 153 seats
Train length55.1 m180 ft 9 in
Width2.96 m9 ft 9 in
Height4.56 m15 ft 0 in
Weight140 t308,647 lb

Operators of the Alstom X40-2

Railway companies that have operated the X40-2, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Sweden RailwaysSJ X40-2Sweden

Alstom X40-2 photos

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