© trainspo.comNewag EN57AKD
Built by Pafawag
Overview of the Newag EN57AKD
Discover the EN57AKD, a versatile electric multiple unit (EMU) perfect for regional passenger transport.
This iconic Polish train, built by Pafawag and refurbished by Newag, boasts a top speed of 120 km/h, making it a reliable sight on the rails.
With its robust construction and efficient 3-car formation (1M), the EN57AKD is designed for comfort and performance.
Operating on a 1435 mm gauge and powered by 3 kV DC, it adheres to European standards and is a workhorse for operators like Lower Silesian Railways in Poland.
The EN57AKD represents a significant part of Polish railway history and modernization.
Newag EN57AKD technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | EN57 | |
| Built by | Pafawag | |
| Refurbished | Newag | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 2'2'+Bo'Bo'+2'2' | |
| Formation | 3 cars (1M) | |
| Weight | 123 t271,168 lb |
Operators of the Newag EN57AKD
Railway companies that have operated the EN57AKD, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Silesian Railways | KD EN57AKD | Poland |
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