CRRC Ziyang SS3

Built by Datong, Zhuzhou, Ziyang

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Power output

4,320 kW

5,793 hp

Weight

138 t

304,238 lb

Length

21.4 m

70 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1978–2006

1,410 units

Overview of the CRRC Ziyang SS3

Discover the SS3, a powerful electric locomotive operating with China Railway Corporation, also known as CR SS3. This versatile locomotive is built for the 1435 mm standard gauge and features a Co'Co' axle configuration.

Produced in China by Datong, Zhuzhou, and Ziyang from 1978 to 2006, with 1410 units manufactured, the SS3 has been a workhorse on the railway network.

It boasts a top speed of 100 km/h and delivers an impressive power output of 4320 kW, with a tractive effort of 470 kN, making it suitable for heavy hauling duties.

Measuring 21.4 meters in length, 3.1 meters in width, and 4.38 meters in height, the SS3 weighs 138 tons with an axle load of 23 tons.

Operating on a 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric system, this locomotive is a significant part of China's rail development, representing both robustness and efficiency.

The SS3 is a key element in Chinese rail transport, capable of handling various freight and passenger services, showcasing its reliability and advanced technology.

CRRC Ziyang SS3 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	SS3 韶山3
Built by	Datong, Zhuzhou, Ziyang · 1978–20061,410 units
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Power output	4,320 kW5,793 hp	5,793 hp
Tractive effort	470 kN105,660 lbf	105,660 lbf
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	21.4 m70 ft 3 in	70 ft 3 in
Width	3.1 m10 ft 2 in	10 ft 2 in
Height	4.38 m14 ft 4 in	14 ft 4 in
Weight	138 t304,238 lb	304,238 lb
Axle load	23 t50,706 lb	50,706 lb