© trainspo.comElectroputere CFR 474
Built by Electroputere
Overview of the Electroputere CFR 474
Discover the CFR 474, a powerful and versatile electric locomotive that has been a key player in freight transport in Romania.
Designed and built by Electroputere in 1965, this Co'Co' class locomotive underwent a refurbishment by Promat in 2006, ensuring its continued reliable performance.
Boasting a substantial power output of 5100 kW and operating on 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems, the CFR 474 has served both CFR Marfă and Cargo Trans Vagon, highlighting its significance in the industry.
With a standard gauge of 1435 mm, it is a robust and efficient choice for European railway networks, representing a notable piece of Romanian industrial history.
Electroputere CFR 474 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | CFR 470 | |
| Built by | Electroputere · 1965 | |
| Refurbished | Promat 2006 | |
| Power output | 5,100 kW6,839 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' |
Operators of the Electroputere CFR 474
Railway companies that have operated the CFR 474, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo Trans Vagon | CTV 474 | Romania |
| CFR freight company | CFR Marfă 474 | Romania |
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