© trainspo.comBudd CPTM 1100
Built by Budd, Mafersa, GE
Overview of the Budd CPTM 1100
Discover the CPTM 1100, an iconic electric multiple unit that has served the São Paulo Metropolitan Train Company in Brazil since 1956-1957.
This robust series, built by Budd, Mafersa, and GE, features a formation of six cars and operates on a 1600 mm gauge.
Equipped with a 3 kV DC electric system and a power output of 1124 kW, the CPTM 1100 ensures efficient and reliable rail transport.
Its enduring presence and performance make it a vital component of São Paulo's public transportation network, showcasing the evolution of urban rail travel.
Budd CPTM 1100 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Budd, Mafersa, GE · 1956–195722 units | |
| Power output | 1,124 kW1,507 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,600 mmIrish gauge5 ft 3 in | |
| Formation | 6 cars |
Operators of the Budd CPTM 1100
Railway companies that have operated the CPTM 1100, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| São Paulo Metropolitan Train Company | CPTM 1100 | Brazil |
Budd CPTM 1100 photos
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