© trainspo.comPafawag 3WE
Built by Pafawag
Overview of the Pafawag 3WE
Discover the 3WE, a versatile Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) built by Pafawag between 1974 and 1980.
With a seating capacity of 212 and a top speed of 120 km/h, this locomotive is well-suited for passenger transport.
Its substantial dimensions, measuring 2.88 m in width and 3.9 m in height, highlight its robust construction.
Powered by 3 kV DC electric systems and delivering a formidable 1640 kW, the 3WE ensures efficient and reliable journeys.
Originally designed for PKP Szybka Kolej Miejska w Trojmiescie in Poland, classified as SKMT EW58, this train boasts a significant history within the Polish railway landscape.
Its standard gauge of 1435 mm allows it to operate across a wide network.
Weighing in at 147 tons, the 3WE stands as a testament to durability and performance in rail transportation.
Pafawag 3WE technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Pafawag · 1974–1980 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 1,640 kW2,199 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Capacity | 212 seats | |
| Width | 2.88 m9 ft 5 in | |
| Height | 3.9 m12 ft 10 in | |
| Weight | 147 t324,079 lb |
Operators of the Pafawag 3WE
Railway companies that have operated the 3WE, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| PKP Szybka Kolej Miejska w Trojmiescie | SKMT EW58 | Poland |
Pafawag 3WE photos
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