© trainspo.comBombardier F140 DC3
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Overview of the Bombardier F140 DC3
Explore the F140 DC3, a versatile electric locomotive from the TRAXX 3 family, built by Bombardier in 2017.
This 1435 mm gauge powerhouse boasts a top speed of 140 km/h and a tractive effort of 300 kN, making it an excellent choice for various rail operations.
Its robust design, measuring 18.9 meters in length and weighing 87 tons, ensures efficient performance on Italian and Polish networks, operating on 3 kV DC systems.
The F140 DC3 is a reliable and efficient choice for freight transport, employed by reputable companies such as GTS Rail S.p.A. and Mercitalia Rail.
Bombardier F140 DC3 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Traxx 3 | |
| Family | TRAXX | |
| Built by | Bombardier · 2017 | |
| Top speed | 140 km/h87 mph | |
| Tractive effort | 300 kN67,443 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 18.9 m62 ft 0 in | |
| Width | 2.98 m9 ft 9 in | |
| Height | 4.28 m14 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 87 t191,802 lb |
Operators of the Bombardier F140 DC3
Railway companies that have operated the F140 DC3, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Compagnia Ferroviara Italiana | CFI E494 | Italy |
| GTS Rail S.p.A. | GTSR E494 | Italy |
| Magli Intermodal Service | MIS Rail E494 | Italy |
| Medway Italia S.r.l. | MDW E494 | Italy |
| Mercitalia Rail | MIR E494 | Italy |
| Industrial Division (CargoUnit) | ID 170 | Poland |
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