© trainspo.comBombardier F140 DC3 LM
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Overview of the Bombardier F140 DC3 LM
Discover the F140 DC3 LM, a versatile hybrid locomotive designed for modern rail operations.
This powerful machine, part of the Traxx 3 family built by Bombardier in 2017, offers a top speed of 140 km/h.
It features a 1435 mm gauge and a robust Bo'Bo' UIC axle configuration, making it suitable for various track conditions.
With a length of 18.9 meters and a weight of 87 tons, the F140 DC3 LM is engineered for efficiency and reliability.
Its advanced electric systems provide a substantial 6000 kW of power and 340 kN of traction force, complemented by an additional 230 kW of power output.
This locomotive has been operated by prominent companies in Italy, including Altmann Rail Traction, Captrain Italia, and DB Cargo Italia, showcasing its widespread adoption and capability.
Explore the technical specifications and operational history of this impressive hybrid locomotive.
Bombardier F140 DC3 LM technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Traxx 3 | |
| Family | TRAXX | |
| Built by | Bombardier · 2017 | |
| Top speed | 140 km/h87 mph | |
| Power output | 230 kW308 hp | |
| 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 LM
Railway companies that have operated the F140 DC3 LM, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Altmann Rail Traction | ART 494 | Italy |
| Captrain Italia | CTI E494 | Italy |
| DB Cargo Italia | DBCIT E494 | Italy |
| Dinazzano Po | DPO E494 | Italy |
| ERMES RAIL | Ermes 494 | Italy |
| Ferrovia Adriatico-Sangritana | FAS 494 | Italy |
| Oceanogate Italia S.p.A | Oceanogate 494 | Italy |
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