Oerlikon Z 5300

Built by Carel et Fouché, MTE, Fives, Oerlikon

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

1,180 kW

1,582 hp

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Overview of the Oerlikon Z 5300

Discover the Z 5300, a high-performance Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that served the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF).

These robust trains were built by esteemed manufacturers including Carel et Fouché, MTE, Fives, and Oerlikon, earning a reputation for their dependability and operational capabilities.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and a powerful 1.5 kV DC electric system, the Z 5300 was adept at handling its service requirements.

Featuring a standard gauge of 1435 mm and an impressive tractive effort of 147 kN, this EMU was a significant presence on the French railway network, boasting a power output of 1180 kW.

Oerlikon Z 5300 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Carel et Fouché, MTE, Fives, Oerlikon
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	1,180 kW1,582 hp	1,582 hp
Tractive effort	147 kN33,047 lbf	33,047 lbf
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Width	2.87 m9 ft 5 in	9 ft 5 in
Height	4.21 m13 ft 10 in	13 ft 10 in