© trainspo.comCRRC Beijing HXD3 / SSJ3 / DJ3
Built by CRRC Beijing, CNR Dalian, CNR Datong, Toshiba
Overview of the CRRC Beijing HXD3 / SSJ3 / DJ3
Discover the powerful HXD3 / SSJ3 / DJ3 electric locomotive, a robust model designed for the China Railway Corporation.
This locomotive stands out with its impressive size and strength. Measuring 20.85 meters in length and weighing 150 tons, it is built for heavy-duty tasks. The Co'Co' axle configuration ensures excellent traction and stability on the tracks.
Powered by 7200 kW, this locomotive delivers an impressive tractive effort of 570 kN and reaches a top speed of 120 km/h. It was manufactured between 2006 and 2011 by renowned manufacturers including CRRC Beijing, CNR Dalian, CNR Datong, and Toshiba.
Operating with 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems and a 1435 mm gauge, the HXD3 / SSJ3 / DJ3 is a reliable and efficient machine for freight and passenger transport in China.
Its dimensions of 3.1 meters wide and 4.1 meters high are optimally suited for the existing infrastructure.
CRRC Beijing HXD3 / SSJ3 / DJ3 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | CRRC Beijing, CNR Dalian, CNR Datong, Toshiba · 2006–20111,040 units | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 7,200 kW9,655 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 570 kN128,141 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 20.85 m68 ft 5 in | |
| Width | 3.1 m10 ft 2 in | |
| Height | 4.1 m13 ft 5 in | |
| Weight | 150 t330,693 lb |
Operators of the CRRC Beijing HXD3 / SSJ3 / DJ3
Railway companies that have operated the HXD3 / SSJ3 / DJ3, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| China Railway Corporation | CR HXD3 | China |
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