Skip to content
Locomotive-Specs
MK CTA 3200 – photo 1© trainspo.com
Electric multiple unit

MK CTA 3200

Built by MK

Top speed
110 km/h
68 mph
Power output
330 kW
443 hp
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1992–1994

Overview of the MK CTA 3200

Discover the CTA 3200 series electric multiple unit (EMU) trains, a reliable workhorse of the Chicago Transit Authority.

Built between 1992 and 1994, these versatile units have served the transit needs of the United States, specifically Chicago.

Undergoing refurbishment at Skokie Shops from 2015 to 2018, the CTA 3200 series continues to operate with a top speed of 110 km/h.

These EMUs feature a standard gauge of 1435 mm and are powered by 600 V DC via a third rail system, boasting a considerable power output of 330 kW.

With a car length of 14.63 meters, a width of 2.84 meters, and a height of 3.66 meters, the CTA 3200 series is designed for efficient urban transit operations.

MK CTA 3200 technical specifications

Value
Built byMK · 1992–1994
RefurbishedSkokie Shops 2015 - 2018
Top speed110 km/h68 mph
Power output330 kW443 hp
Electric systems
  • 600 V DC (3rd rail)
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Car length14.63 m48 ft 0 in
Width2.84 m9 ft 4 in
Height3.66 m12 ft 0 in
Source of the data: en.wikipedia.orgView this model on trainspo.com Spotted an error? Let us know

Operators of the MK CTA 3200

Railway companies that have operated the CTA 3200, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Chicago Transit AuthorityCTA 3200United States

MK CTA 3200 photos

Photos © their respective authors, shared on trainspo.com. They may show liveries or variants that differ from the specifications above.

Other MK models

All MK models

Similar electric multiple units from other manufacturers

All electric multiple units
All MK models All electric multiple units