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Electric locomotive

ASEA Rc5

Built by ASEA

Top speed
135 km/h
84 mph
Power output
3,600 kW
4,828 hp
Length
15.52 m
50 ft 11 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1982–1986
60 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the ASEA Rc5

Discover the powerful Rc5 electric locomotive, a workhorse of Sweden Railways.

This robust electric locomotive boasts a top speed of 135 km/h and an impressive tractive effort of 290 kN, making it ideal for hauling heavy loads.

Built by ASEA between 1982 and 1986, the Rc5 operates on a 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric system and features a standard 1435 mm gauge.

With a power output of 3600 kW and a Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement, the Rc5 is a testament to efficient and reliable railway engineering.

Explore the specifications and capabilities of this notable electric locomotive.

ASEA Rc5 technical specifications

Value
Built byASEA · 1982–198660 units
Top speed135 km/h84 mph
Power output3,600 kW4,828 hp
Tractive effort290 kN65,195 lbf
Electric systems
  • 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length15.52 m50 ft 11 in
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Operators of the ASEA Rc5

Railway companies that have operated the Rc5, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Sweden RailwaysSJ Rc5Sweden

ASEA Rc5 photos

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