© trainspo.comCCTU CBTU TUE
Built by CCTU
Overview of the CCTU CBTU TUE
Explore the CBTU TUE, a robust and reliable electric urban train designed for efficiency.
Manufactured by the Brazilian Urban Transport Company between 1984 and 1996, this CBTU TUE model is a cornerstone of Brazil's railway transport.
Ideal for urban passenger transit, the CBTU TUE features a capacity of 262 seats and a 4-car formation.
It efficiently operates at a top speed of 80 km/h, ensuring timely service.
This train runs on a 1600 mm gauge and utilizes 3 kV DC electric systems.
Its substantial 91.6-meter length and 202-tonne weight underscore its durability and suitability for daily operations.
The CBTU TUE exemplifies the strength and progress of mass transit in Brazil, showcasing engineering excellence and operational capability for CBTU.
CCTU CBTU TUE technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | CCTU · 1984–1996 | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,600 mmIrish gauge5 ft 3 in | |
| Formation | 4 cars | |
| Capacity | 262 seats | |
| Train length | 91.6 m300 ft 6 in | |
| Weight | 202 t445,333 lb |
Operators of the CCTU CBTU TUE
Railway companies that have operated the CBTU TUE, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Brazilian Urban Transport Company | CBTU TUE | Brazil |
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