© trainspo.comASEA C1
Built by ASEA
Overview of the ASEA C1
Discover the C1, an electric multiple unit (EMU) built by ASEA between 1949 and 1950. This classic locomotive, also known as the SL C1, was a vital part of Sweden's Storstockholms Lokaltrafik.
Designed for efficiency and reliability, the C1 boasts a top speed of 80 km/h. Its standard gauge of 1435 mm makes it a versatile addition to any railway network.
With a car length of 17.62 meters, a width of 2.7 meters, and a height of 3.67 meters, the C1 showcases robust engineering. Its weight of 30 tons and a power output of 324 kW highlight its capabilities.
Explore the history and specifications of this distinctive EMU, a perfect subject for railway enthusiasts and model train collectors.
ASEA C1 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | ASEA · 1949–195020 units | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Power output | 324 kW434 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Car length | 17.62 m57 ft 10 in | |
| Width | 2.7 m8 ft 10 in | |
| Height | 3.67 m12 ft 0 in | |
| Weight | 30 t66,139 lb |
Operators of the ASEA C1
Railway companies that have operated the C1, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Storstockholms Lokaltrafik | SL C1 | Sweden |
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