© trainspo.comStadler Euro 6000
Built by Stadler
Overview of the Stadler Euro 6000
Discover the Euro 6000, a powerful and modern electric locomotive built by Stadler starting in 2019.
This impressive machine boasts a top speed of 120 km/h and an exceptional power output of 6000 kW, making it perfectly suited for demanding freight operations.
The Euro 6000 is engineered for versatility, accommodating various track gauges including 1668 mm and 1435 mm, and features a robust Co'Co' axle arrangement.
Its adaptable electrical systems support 3 kV DC, 25 kV AC 60 Hz, and 1.5 kV DC, ensuring broad operational capability.
Trusted by leading operators in Spain and Portugal, such as Renfe Operadora and MEDWAY, this locomotive is a reliable choice for rail transport.
With substantial dimensions of 23.02 m in length, 2.9 m in width, and 4.29 m in height, and a weight of 120 tons, the Euro 6000 delivers a formidable tractive effort of 500 kN.
Stadler Euro 6000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Family | Euro | |
| Built by | Stadler · 2019 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 6,000 kW8,046 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 500 kN112,405 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1668 mm, 1435 mm | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 23.02 m75 ft 6 in | |
| Width | 2.9 m9 ft 6 in | |
| Height | 4.29 m14 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 120 t264,554 lb |
Operators of the Stadler Euro 6000
Railway companies that have operated the Euro 6000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| MEDWAY - Operador Ferroviário e Logistico de Mercadorias | Medway 256 | Portugal |
| Alsa Rail | Alsa 256 | Spain |
| Captrain España | CTES 006 | Spain |
| Captrain España | CTES 256 | Spain |
| Continental Rail | Continental Rail 256 | Spain |
| GO Transport | GOTRA 006 | Spain |
| GO Transport | GOTRA E6000 | Spain |
| Low Cost Rail | LCR 256 | Spain |
| Rail & Truck | Rail & Truck 256 | Spain |
| Renfe Operadora | RENFE 256 | Spain |
| Tracción Rail | Tracción Rail 256 | Spain |
| Transportes Ferroviarios Especiales | Transfesa 006 | Spain |
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