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Overview of the CAF New Zealand AM
Explore the New Zealand AM EMU, a modern electric multiple unit designed for passenger transport in New Zealand.
These trains, built by CAF between 2013 and 2020, operate on a 1067 mm gauge and reach a top speed of 110 km/h.
With a formation of 3 cars and a capacity of 230 seats, the AM EMU is an efficient and comfortable choice for urban commuting.
Featuring advanced 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems and a total train length of 71.8 meters, these units are a significant part of Auckland Transport's fleet.
CAF New Zealand AM technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | CxK | |
| Built by | CAF · 2013–202072 units | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+2'2'+Bo'Bo | |
| Formation | 3 cars (2M1T) | |
| Capacity | 230 seats | |
| Car length | 24.3 m79 ft 9 in | |
| Train length | 71.8 m235 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 2.76 m9 ft 1 in | |
| Height | 3.99 m13 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 132 t291,010 lb |
Operators of the CAF New Zealand AM
Railway companies that have operated the New Zealand AM, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland Transport | AT AM | New Zealand |
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