© trainspo.comPromat CFR 474
Built by Electroputere
Overview of the Promat CFR 474
Discover the CFR 474, a powerful electric locomotive built by Electroputere in 1965.
This iconic locomotive, also known as CFR Marfă 474 or CTV 474, operates on a 1435 mm gauge and features a robust Co'Co' axle arrangement.
With an impressive power output of 5100 kW and utilizing 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems, the CFR 474 has been a workhorse for freight operations in Romania.
Refurbished in 2006 by Promat, this locomotive continues to serve the CFR freight company and Cargo Trans Vagon with reliability and strength.
Explore the legacy and capabilities of the CFR 474 electric locomotive.
Promat CFR 474 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | CFR 470 | |
| Built by | Electroputere · 1965 | |
| Refurbished | Promat 2006 | |
| Power output | 5,100 kW6,839 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' |
Operators of the Promat CFR 474
Railway companies that have operated the CFR 474, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo Trans Vagon | CTV 474 | Romania |
| CFR freight company | CFR Marfă 474 | Romania |
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