© trainspo.comUCW TRA E1000
Built by UCW, Seiko, Tang Eng Iron Works
Overview of the UCW TRA E1000
Discover the TRA E1000, a powerful Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) designed for the Taiwan Railway Administration.
This impressive locomotive boasts a top speed of 130 km/h and operates on a 1067 mm gauge.
Built by UCW, Seiko, and Tang Eng Iron Works, the TRA E1000 is equipped with 25 kV AC 60 Hz electric systems, delivering a substantial power output of 4400 kW.
Explore the robust engineering and operational capabilities of this key player in Taiwan's railway network.
UCW TRA E1000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | UCW, Seiko, Tang Eng Iron Works | |
| Top speed | 130 km/h81 mph | |
| Power output | 4,400 kW5,900 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in |
Operators of the UCW TRA E1000
Railway companies that have operated the TRA E1000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan Railway Administration | TRA E1000 | Taiwan |
UCW TRA E1000 photos
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