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Electric multiple unit

BBC CP 2200

Built by Sorefame, Siemens, BBC

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Power output
1,734 kW
2,325 hp
Track gauge
1,668 mm
Iberian gauge
Years built
1984
15 units

Overview of the BBC CP 2200

Discover the CP 2200 series, a reliable electric multiple unit (EMU) that has been a staple of Portuguese railways since 1984.

Built by Sorefame, Siemens, and BBC, these trains are known for their robust design and operational efficiency, making them a familiar sight on the 1668 mm gauge tracks.

Each three-car formation is engineered for passenger comfort and capacity, offering 60 seats in first class and 192 in second class.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and powered by a 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric system delivering 1734 kW, the CP 2200 series ensures smooth and effective passenger transportation across Portugal.

Explore the impressive capabilities and enduring legacy of these iconic Portuguese trains.

BBC CP 2200 technical specifications

Value
Series2100
Built bySorefame, Siemens, BBC · 198415 units
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Power output1,734 kW2,325 hp
Electric systems
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in
Formation3 cars
Capacity1st class 60, 2nd class 192 seats
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Operators of the BBC CP 2200

Railway companies that have operated the CP 2200, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Trains of PortugalCP 2200Portugal

BBC CP 2200 photos

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