Chinese Rail SS3B facts for kids
Quick facts for kids SS3B韶山3B |
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| Power type | Electric |
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| Builder | Zhuzhou Electric Locomotive Works Dalian Locomotive & Rolling Stock Works Datong locomotive factory CSR Ziyang Locomotive Works |
| Model | SS3B |
| Build date | 2002—2009 |
| Total production | 353 |
| UIC classification | Co'Co'+Co'Co' |
| Gauge | 1435 |
| Locomotive weight | 138 tonnes × 2 |
| Electric system(s) | 25 kV 50 Hz AC Catenary |
| Current collection method | Pantograph |
| Transmission | AC—DC |
| Top speed | 100 km/h (62 mph) |
The SS3B (which means "Shaoshan 3B" in Chinese) is a powerful electric locomotive used to pull trains in China. It's like a giant electric engine on wheels! These trains were first built in 2002 and continued to be made until 2009. They help move goods and people across China's railway lines.
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Meet the SS3B Electric Train!
The SS3B is a special type of train engine that runs on electricity. It's designed to be strong and reliable for moving heavy loads. These locomotives are a common sight on China's busy railway tracks.
How the SS3B Gets Its Power
The SS3B is an AC-powered electric locomotive. This means it uses alternating current (AC) electricity. It gets its power from overhead wires called a catenary system. A special arm on top of the train, called a pantograph, touches these wires to collect the electricity. This electricity then powers the train's motors.
Speed and Strength
The SS3B is a very strong train. It weighs about 138 tonnes, which is like 138 small cars! It can reach a top speed of 100 kilometers per hour (about 62 miles per hour). This speed makes it good for both passenger and freight trains.
Wheels and Design
The SS3B has a special wheel arrangement called Co'Co'+Co'Co'. This means it has two main parts, and each part has two sets of three wheels that are powered. This design helps the train distribute its weight and pull heavy loads easily. The tracks it runs on have a standard width of 1435 millimeters.
Who Built These Trains?
Many different companies in China helped build the SS3B locomotives. They worked together to produce these important trains.
- Dalian Locomotive & Rolling Stock Works built some of these trains.
- Zhuzhou Electric Locomotive Works also made many SS3B locomotives.
- CSR Ziyang Locomotive Works was another big builder of these trains.
- Datong Locomotive Factory also contributed to the production.
Between 2002 and 2009, a total of 353 SS3B locomotives were built. This shows how important they are to China's railway system.
Gallery
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SS3B-5048
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SS3B-6052 (on the right)
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SS3B-6016
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Three SS3Bs in Guiyang
