Alstom Z 22500

Built by GEC Alsthom, ANF

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Power output

3,200 kW

4,291 hp

Weight

277 t

610,680 lb

Length

112 m

367 ft 5 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1996–2000

53 units

Overview of the Alstom Z 22500

Explore the Z 22500, a robust and efficient Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) manufactured by GEC Alsthom and ANF between 1996 and 2000.

This powerful locomotive is designed for rapid and dependable operations, reaching a top speed of 140 km/h. Its 5-car formation and an impressive length of 112 meters make it an excellent choice for passenger transport.

The Z 22500 operates on standard 1435 mm gauge tracks and features versatile electric systems, including 25 kV AC 50 Hz and 1.5 kV DC. With a substantial power output of 3200 kW, it's built for performance.

Measuring 2.9 meters wide, 4.32 meters high, and weighing 277 tons, the Z 22500 offers stability and capacity.

In service with the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF) in France, the Z 22500 stands as a testament to modern railway engineering.

Alstom Z 22500 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	GEC Alsthom, ANF · 1996–200053 units
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Power output	3,200 kW4,291 hp	4,291 hp
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	5 cars (2M)
Train length	112 m367 ft 5 in	367 ft 5 in
Width	2.9 m9 ft 6 in	9 ft 6 in
Height	4.32 m14 ft 2 in	14 ft 2 in
Weight	277 t610,680 lb	610,680 lb