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Electric locomotive

Bombardier F140 DC / S/253

Built by Bombardier

Top speed
140 km/h
87 mph
Power output
5,400 kW
7,242 hp
Weight
87 t
191,802 lb
Length
18.9 m
62 ft 0 in
Track gauge
1,668 mm
Iberian gauge
Years built
2008–2010
100 units

Overview of the Bombardier F140 DC / S/253

Explore the F140 DC / S/253, a robust electric locomotive designed for freight operations.

This TRAXX family, Traxx 2E series locomotive was built by Bombardier between 2008 and 2010, boasting 5400 kW of power and a top speed of 140 km/h.

Measuring 18.9 meters long and weighing 87 tons, it operates on a 1668 mm gauge and utilizes a 3 kV DC electric system, making it well-suited for Spanish railway networks.

Having served with companies like Renfe Operadora, Captrain España, and Grupo COMSA / COMSA EMTE, it highlights its adaptability and significance in Spanish rail transport.

With a tractive effort of 300 kN and a Bo'Bo' axle configuration, it is a dependable choice for demanding freight tasks.

Discover the capabilities of this modern and efficient electric locomotive.

Bombardier F140 DC / S/253 technical specifications

Value
SeriesTraxx 2E
FamilyTRAXX
Built byBombardier · 2008–2010100 units
Top speed140 km/h87 mph
Power output5,400 kW7,242 hp
Tractive effort300 kN67,443 lbf
Electric systems
  • 3 kV DC
Track gauge1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length18.9 m62 ft 0 in
Width2.98 m9 ft 9 in
Height4.23 m13 ft 11 in
Weight87 t191,802 lb

Operators of the Bombardier F140 DC / S/253

Railway companies that have operated the F140 DC / S/253, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Captrain EspañaCTES 253Spain
Grupo COMSA / COMSA EMTECOMSA 253Spain
Low Cost RailLCR 253Spain
Renfe OperadoraRENFE 253Spain
Transportes Ferroviarios EspecialesTransfesa 253Spain

Bombardier F140 DC / S/253 photos

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