CEM A1AA1A 68000

Built by CAF, CEM, Fives

Top speed

130 km/h

81 mph

Power output

1,660 kW

2,226 hp

Weight

105 t

231,485 lb

Length

18.01 m

59 ft 1 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1963–1968

Overview of the CEM A1AA1A 68000

Discover the robust A1AA1A 68000 diesel locomotive, a significant piece of French railway history.

This powerful engine, built by CAF, CEM, and Fives between 1963 and 1968, was a mainstay of the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF).

With a top speed of 130 km/h and a substantial power output of 1660 kW, the A1AA1A 68000 was designed for demanding service on the 1435 mm standard gauge network.

Its impressive dimensions, including a length of 18.01 meters and a weight of 105 tons, highlight its substantial build.

This locomotive, classified with UIC axles as (A1A)(A1A), represents a classic era of diesel traction in France.

CEM A1AA1A 68000 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	A1AA1A 68000
Built by	CAF, CEM, Fives · 1963–1968
Top speed	130 km/h81 mph	81 mph
Power output	1,660 kW2,226 hp	2,226 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	(A1A)(A1A)
Length	18.01 m59 ft 1 in	59 ft 1 in
Width	2.92 m9 ft 7 in	9 ft 7 in
Height	4.28 m14 ft 1 in	14 ft 1 in
Weight	105 t231,485 lb	231,485 lb