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Electric locomotive

ASEA CFR 470

Built by Electroputere, ASEA

Top speed
160 km/h
99 mph
Power output
5,100 kW
6,839 hp
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1965
Axle arrangement
Co'Co'

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
SeriesCFR 470
Built byElectroputere, ASEA · 1965
RefurbishedSoftronic 2006
Top speed160 km/h99 mph
Power output5,100 kW6,839 hp
Electric systems
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'

Operators of the ASEA CFR 470

Railway companies that have operated the CFR 470, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
DB Cargo BulgariaDBCBG 470Bulgaria
CFR freight companyCFR Marfă 470Romania
DB Cargo RomaniaDBCR 470Romania

ASEA CFR 470 photos

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