© trainspo.comFives A1AA1A 68500
Built by CAFL, CEM, Fives, SACM
Overview of the Fives A1AA1A 68500
Discover the A1AA1A 68500 diesel locomotive, an impressive model built by CAFL, CEM, Fives, and SACM. With its substantial 1645 kW power output, this locomotive is capable of reaching speeds up to 130 km/h, making it a robust choice for railway operations.
This locomotive, which served the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF) in France, features a standard gauge of 1435 mm and a (A1A)(A1A) UIC axle arrangement. Its dimensions are 18.01 m in length, 2.92 m in width, and 4.28 m in height, with a total weight of 105 tons.
The A1AA1A 68000 series, represented by the A1AA1A 68500, stands as a testament to railway engineering, offering both performance and reliability in its service.
Fives A1AA1A 68500 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | A1AA1A 68000 | |
| Built by | CAFL, CEM, Fives, SACM | |
| Top speed | 130 km/h81 mph | |
| Power output | 1,645 kW2,206 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | (A1A)(A1A) | |
| Length | 18.01 m59 ft 1 in | |
| Width | 2.92 m9 ft 7 in | |
| Height | 4.28 m14 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 105 t231,485 lb |
Operators of the Fives A1AA1A 68500
Railway companies that have operated the A1AA1A 68500, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| French National Railway Corporation | SNCF A1AA1A 68500 | France |
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