CARDE & Cie SNCF Z 100

Built by CARDE & Cie, SACM, Thomson Houston

Top speed

60 km/h

37 mph

Power output

220 kW

295 hp

Weight

30 t

66,139 lb

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1908–1912

18 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the CARDE & Cie SNCF Z 100

Explore the SNCF Z 100, an iconic electric locomotive built between 1908 and 1912.

This remarkable machine, a product of CARDE & CIE, SACM, and Thomson Houston, stands as a testament to robust French railway engineering.

With a 1000 mm gauge and a top speed of 60 km/h, the SNCF Z 100 was designed for efficiency on secondary lines.

This electric locomotive boasts a power output of 220 kW and operates on an 850 V DC third-rail system.

The SNCF Z 100, classified as Bo'Bo', represents a significant era in the advancement of electric traction in France, showcasing dependable and lasting design.

Its compact dimensions and 30-tonne weight make it a fascinating example of early electric railway technology.

CARDE & Cie SNCF Z 100 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	SNCF Z 100
Built by	CARDE & Cie, SACM, Thomson Houston · 1908–191218 units
Top speed	60 km/h37 mph	37 mph
Power output	220 kW295 hp	295 hp
Electric systems	850 V DC (3rd rail)
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Car length	14.38 m47 ft 2 in	47 ft 2 in
Width	2.56 m8 ft 5 in	8 ft 5 in
Height	3.34 m10 ft 11 in	10 ft 11 in
Weight	30 t66,139 lb	66,139 lb