CRRC Zhuzhou SS4B
Built by Zhuzhou
Overview of the CRRC Zhuzhou SS4B
Discover the SS4B electric locomotive, a powerful workhorse of the China Railway Corporation, designed for efficient and robust rail transport.
Built by Zhuzhou from 1995 to 2006, with 258 units produced, this locomotive features a strong Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' axle configuration, ensuring stability and impressive hauling capabilities.
Boasting a significant 6400 kW power output and 628 kN of tractive effort, the SS4B is capable of speeds up to 100 km/h, operating on the standard 1435 mm gauge.
Its 25 kV AC 50 Hz electrical system makes it highly versatile for a wide array of operations, from heavy freight to passenger services.
The SS4B has established a reputation for reliable performance and durability, playing a vital role in the advancement of China's railway network, with its 23-tonne axle load optimized for broad infrastructure compatibility.
CRRC Zhuzhou SS4B technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | SS4 | |
| Built by | Zhuzhou · 1995–2006258 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 6,400 kW8,583 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 628 kN141,180 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
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| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' | |
| Axle load | 23 t50,706 lb |
Operators of the CRRC Zhuzhou SS4B
Railway companies that have operated the SS4B, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| China Railway Corporation | CR SS4B | China |
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