© trainspo.comCRRC Datong HXD2
Built by ABB, Alstom, CRRC Datong
Overview of the CRRC Datong HXD2
Discover the powerful HXD2 electric locomotive, a versatile workhorse designed for heavy-duty rail operations in China.
This impressive locomotive, built by ABB, Alstom, and CRRC Datong, features a robust Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' axle configuration and operates on standard 1435 mm gauge tracks.
Equipped with a 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric system, the HXD2 is a key asset for China Railway Corporation, contributing significantly to efficient freight and passenger transport.
Its modern design and reliable performance make the HXD2 a standout in the world of electric locomotives.
CRRC Datong HXD2 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | HXD2 | |
| Built by | ABB, Alstom, CRRC Datong | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' | |
| Width | 2.85 m9 ft 4 in |
Operators of the CRRC Datong HXD2
Railway companies that have operated the HXD2, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| China Railway Corporation | CR HXD2 | China |
CRRC Datong HXD2 photos
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