BST Tansportation CRH1A

Built by BST Tansportation

Top speed

250 km/h

155 mph

Power output

5,300 kW

7,107 hp

Weight

420 t

925,940 lb

Length

214 m

702 ft 1 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

2006–2013

Overview of the BST Tansportation CRH1A

Discover the CRH1A, a modern electric multiple unit (EMU) train designed for high-speed rail in China.

Manufactured by BST Tansportation between 2006 and 2013, this "Regina" series train boasts a top speed of 250 km/h, making it a key player in China's expanding railway network.

The CRH1A features an 8-car formation (5M3T) with a substantial seating capacity of 668 passengers. Its impressive length of 214 meters and a powerful electric system of 25 kV AC 50 Hz, coupled with a 5300 kW power output, ensures efficient and comfortable journeys across the standard gauge (1435 mm) tracks.

With a width of 3.33 meters and a height of 4.04 meters, the CRH1A is built for robust performance, weighing in at 420 tons. This train is operated by China Railway Corporation, contributing significantly to rail transportation in the country.

BST Tansportation CRH1A technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Regina
Built by	BST Tansportation · 2006–2013
Top speed	250 km/h155 mph	155 mph
Power output	5,300 kW7,107 hp	7,107 hp
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	8 cars (5M3T)
Capacity	668 seats
Train length	214 m702 ft 1 in	702 ft 1 in
Width	3.33 m10 ft 11 in	10 ft 11 in
Height	4.04 m13 ft 3 in	13 ft 3 in
Weight	420 t925,940 lb	925,940 lb