© trainspo.comBombardier P160 AC3
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Overview of the Bombardier P160 AC3
Discover the P160 AC3 electric locomotive, a modern and versatile powerhouse engineered for diverse railway operations.
Manufactured by Bombardier since 2014, this TRAXX 3 series locomotive is renowned for its impressive performance and advanced technology, boasting a top speed of 160 km/h suitable for both passenger and freight services.
The P160 AC3 features a Bo'Bo' axle arrangement, measuring 18.9 meters in length and 2.98 meters in width, with a substantial weight of 87 tons ensuring stability and efficiency on the tracks.
Operating on a 1435 mm gauge, this locomotive is compatible with various electrical systems, including 25 kV AC 50 Hz and 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz, delivering a robust 5400 kW of power.
Its reliability and broad applicability are highlighted by its use with prominent rail operators such as Deutsche Bahn AG (as DB 147), Israel Railways (as ISR 3000), and Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH (as Metronom 147).
Bombardier P160 AC3 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Traxx 3 | |
| Family | TRAXX | |
| Built by | Bombardier · 2014 | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| 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 P160 AC3
Railway companies that have operated the P160 AC3, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn AG | DB 147 | Germany |
| Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH | Metronom 147 | Germany |
| Israel Railways | ISR 3000 | Israel |
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