EMEF 3150

Built by Sorefame, Alsthom

Top speed

90 km/h

56 mph

Power output

960 kW

1,287 hp

Weight

118 t

260,145 lb

Track gauge

1,668 mm

Iberian gauge

Years built

1959

Axle arrangement

2'2'+Bo'Bo'+2'2'

Overview of the EMEF 3150

Discover the CP 3150, an iconic Portuguese electric multiple unit (EMU) with a rich history.

Built by Sorefame and Alsthom in 1959, these trains have been a reliable part of the "Trains of Portugal" fleet.

Featuring a 3-car formation and seating for 156 passengers, the CP 3150 was designed for efficient passenger transport.

With a substantial weight of 118 tonnes and a gauge of 1668 mm, these units showcase robust engineering.

Refurbished between 1998 and 2002 by EMEF, they continued to operate with a power output of 960 kW and a tractive effort of 105 kN.

Reaching a top speed of 90 km/h and operating on 1.5 kV DC electric systems, the CP 3150 embodies a significant chapter in Portuguese railway heritage.

EMEF 3150 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	CP 3212
Built by	Sorefame, Alsthom · 1959
Refurbished	EMEF 1998 - 2002 (13)
Top speed	90 km/h56 mph	56 mph
Power output	960 kW1,287 hp	1,287 hp
Tractive effort	105 kN23,605 lbf	23,605 lbf
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in	5 ft 5⅝ in
UIC axle arrangement	2'2'+Bo'Bo'+2'2'
Formation	3 cars
Capacity	156 seats
Weight	118 t260,145 lb	260,145 lb