© trainspo.comMK California Car
Built by Amerail, MK
Overview of the MK California Car
Discover the California Car, a state-of-the-art control car designed for passenger comfort and operational efficiency in the United States.
Built by Amerail and MK between 1994 and 1997, and later refurbished by Alstom, this impressive locomotive boasts a top speed of 201 km/h. Its substantial dimensions include a length of 25.91 meters and a width of 3.1 meters, making it a significant presence on the rail network.
Currently serving the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) as the CDTX California Car, it exemplifies modern railway engineering. The control car operates on a 1435 mm gauge track and features a 2'2' UIC axle configuration, standing tall at 4.93 meters in height.
MK California Car technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | California Car | |
| Built by | Amerail, MK · 1994–1997 | |
| Refurbished | Alstom | |
| Top speed | 201 km/h125 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 2'2' | |
| Length | 25.91 m85 ft 0 in | |
| Width | 3.1 m10 ft 2 in | |
| Height | 4.93 m16 ft 2 in |
Operators of the MK California Car
Railway companies that have operated the California Car, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) | CDTX California Car | United States |
MK California Car photos
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