CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles CRH5A

Built by Alstom, CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles

Top speed

250 km/h

155 mph

Power output

5,500 kW

7,376 hp

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

2004

140 units

Overview of the CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles CRH5A

Discover the CRH5A, an advanced Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) designed for high-speed rail in China.

This "New Pendolino" series train, built by Alstom and CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles, boasts a top speed of 250 km/h.

The CRH5A features an 8-car formation (5M3T) with a total length of 211.5 meters, operating on a standard 1435 mm gauge.

Engineered with 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems, it delivers an impressive power output of 5500 kW.

This powerful EMU, operated by China Railway Corporation, is a key player in China's modern railway network.

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	New Pendolino
Built by	Alstom, CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles · 2004140 units
Top speed	250 km/h155 mph	155 mph
Power output	5,500 kW7,376 hp	7,376 hp
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	8 cars (5M3T)
Car length	211.5 m693 ft 11 in	693 ft 11 in
Width	3.2 m10 ft 6 in	10 ft 6 in
Height	4.27 m14 ft 0 in	14 ft 0 in