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Amtrak Acela Express
Several high-speed trains from Europe have been tested to speed up passenger traffic on the Northeast Corridor. The order eventually went to Bombardier and Alstom. The trains took over parts of the structure and the t...
General
| Property | Amtrak Acela ExpressRemove |
|---|---|
| Built | 1998-2001 |
| Manufacturers | Bombardier, Alstom |
| Wheel arrangement | B-B+2-2+2-2+2-2+2-2+2-2+2-2+B-B |
| Gauge | 1,435 mm (Standard gauge) |
Dimensions and weights
| Property | Amtrak Acela ExpressRemove |
|---|---|
| Length | 202.31 m |
| Empty weight | 565.2 t |
| Adhesive weight | 185.1 t |
| Axle load | 23.1 t |
Power
| Property | Amtrak Acela ExpressRemove |
|---|---|
| Power source | electric - AC |
| Electric systems | 12.000 V 25 Hz, 12.000 V 60 Hz, 25.000 V 60 Hz |
| Continuous power | 9,200 kW (12,509 PS) |
| Top speed | 241 km/h |
| Starting effort | 439.9 kN |
Calculated values
| Property | Amtrak Acela ExpressRemove |
|---|---|
| Factor of adhesion | 1 : 4.13 |
