© trainspo.comAmerail California Car
Built by Amerail, MK
Overview of the Amerail California Car
Discover the California Car, a remarkable control car locomotive originally developed for the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) in the United States.
Built by Amerail between 1994 and 1997, and later refurbished by Alstom, this impressive unit is engineered for high speeds, reaching up to 201 km/h.
With a gauge of 1435 mm, a length of 25.91 meters, and a substantial height of 4.93 meters, the California Car stands as a notable example of modern railway engineering. Its classic 2'2' axle configuration underscores its power and reliability in operation.
Amerail California Car technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | California Car | |
| Built by | Amerail, MK · 1994–1997 | |
| Refurbished | Alstom | |
| Top speed | 201 km/h125 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 2'2' | |
| Length | 25.91 m85 ft 0 in | |
| Width | 3.1 m10 ft 2 in | |
| Height | 4.93 m16 ft 2 in |
Operators of the Amerail California Car
Railway companies that have operated the California Car, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) | CDTX California Car | United States |
Amerail California Car photos
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