Korail Class 8200

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Korail Class 8200
8243 at Singil station
Type and origin Power type Electric Designer Siemens Transportation Systems Builder Rotem Build date 2002–2008[1] Total produced 83[1]
Specifications Configuration: ​  • AAR B-B  • UIC Bo′Bo′[1] Gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) standard gauge Wheel diameter 1,250 mm (4 ft 1+1⁄4 in)[2] Length: ​  • Over body 3,860 mm (12 ft 8 in)[2] Width 3,000 mm (9 ft 10+1⁄8 in)[2] Height 4,470 mm (14 ft 8 in)[2] Loco weight 80 tonnes (78.74 long tons; 88.18 short tons)[1] Electric system/s 25 kV 60 Hz AC Catenary[1] Current pickup(s) Pantograph Loco brake Electronically controlled, air, and regenerative[3] Safety systems ATS, ATP[4]
Performance figures Maximum speed 150 km/h (93 mph)[1] 220 km/h (137 mph) (with higher gear ratio) Power output 5,200 kW (7,000 hp)[1] Tractive effort: ​  • Starting 330 kN (34 tf)[1]
Career Operators Korail Class 8200 Numbers 8201–8283

The Korail Class 8200 is a South Korean electric locomotive operated by Korail. This locomotive has head-end power capabilities in place of a dynamo car, which could be used with up to 12 passenger cars.