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Electric locomotive

ASEA Rm

Built by ASEA

Top speed
100 km/h
62 mph
Power output
3,600 kW
4,828 hp
Weight
90 t
198,416 lb
Length
15.52 m
50 ft 11 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1977
6 units

Overview of the ASEA Rm

Discover the versatile Rm electric locomotive, a powerhouse known for its efficiency and reliability. Operated by both Green Cargo AB and Sweden Railways, this locomotive is a testament to excellent engineering.

Boasting an impressive 3600 kW power output and a top speed of 100 km/h, the Rm series is equipped for diverse railway needs. It features a 1435 mm gauge and a robust Bo'Bo' axle configuration, ensuring stability and performance on the tracks.

Built by ASEA in 1977, the Rm is characterized by its sturdy construction and a weight of 90 tonnes. Its 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems ensure seamless integration into networks, while its 310 kN tractive effort highlights its capability to move heavy loads.

This locomotive is a symbol of the evolution of electric traction, playing a significant role in Swedish rail transport and beyond. Its technical specifications, including a length of 15.52 m, make it an essential component of modern railway logistics.

ASEA Rm technical specifications

Value
SeriesSJ Rc
Built byASEA · 19776 units
Top speed100 km/h62 mph
Power output3,600 kW4,828 hp
Tractive effort310 kN69,691 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
Weight90 t198,416 lb

Operators of the ASEA Rm

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

OperatorClassCountry
Green Cargo ABGreen Cargo RmSweden
Sweden RailwaysSJ RmSweden

ASEA Rm photos

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