© trainspo.comASEA CFR 470
Built by Electroputere, ASEA
Overview of the ASEA CFR 470
Explore the CFR 470 electric locomotive, a powerful machine built by Electroputere and ASEA in 1965.
Boasting a top speed of 160 km/h and an impressive 5100 kW power output, this locomotive is perfectly suited for freight operations.
The CFR 470 runs on a 1435 mm gauge and utilizes 25 kV AC 50 Hz electrical systems.
Refurbished by Softronic in 2006, the CFR 470 continues to be a reliable choice for the CFR freight company in Romania, as well as for DB Cargo in Bulgaria and Romania.
With its robust Co'Co' classification, the CFR 470 stands as a testament to railway engineering and durability.
ASEA CFR 470 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | CFR 470 | |
| Built by | Electroputere, ASEA · 1965 | |
| Refurbished | Softronic 2006 | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Power output | 5,100 kW6,839 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' |
Operators of the ASEA CFR 470
Railway companies that have operated the CFR 470, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| DB Cargo Bulgaria | DBCBG 470 | Bulgaria |
| CFR freight company | CFR Marfă 470 | Romania |
| DB Cargo Romania | DBCR 470 | Romania |
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