Technical problems posed by restrictions on axle-loading, underfloor accommodation for equipment, and power/weight ratio are outlined. The design of the chassis is described and particulars of the electrical equipment are given with details of traction motors and choppers, and tractive effort/speed curves. Mention is made of the changeover equipment for 25 kV 50 Hz and 1500 V DC operation.


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    Title :

    Z2N first double-deck railcar of French National Railways


    Additional title:

    Das erste Doppeldecker-Schienenfahrzeug Z2N der franzoesischen Staatsbahnen
    Titel franzoesisch


    Contributors:
    Benezech, C. (author) / Lefort, C. (author) / Pielhoff, W. (author)

    Published in:

    Techniques CEM ; 116 ; 39-48


    Publication date :

    1983


    Size :

    10 Seiten


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    French




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