description Amtrak ACS-64 Sprinter Overview
The Amtrak ACS-64, also known as the Cities Sprinter, is an electric locomotive built by Siemens Mobility for Amtrak and introduced in 2014. Designed for the Northeast Corridor and Keystone corridors, it operates on both 12.5 kV and 25 kV AC overhead electrical systems. The locomotives are used to pull Amtrak's Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and long-distance trains, replacing older fleets like the AEM-7.
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What does ACS-64 mean on an Amtrak locomotive?
ACS-64 refers to Amtrak's Siemens-built Cities Sprinter electric locomotive. It was introduced in 2014 for passenger service on the Northeast Corridor and Keystone Corridor.
Which electrical systems can the Amtrak ACS-64 use?
The ACS-64 can operate under both 12.5 kV and 25 kV AC overhead systems. That dual-voltage capability is important because electrification on Amtrak's eastern routes does not use one single voltage.
Which trains use Amtrak ACS-64 locomotives?
ACS-64 locomotives haul Amtrak services including Northeast Regional and Keystone trains. They are designed for routes connecting major cities such as Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Washington, and Harrisburg.
Why is the ACS-64 called the Cities Sprinter?
Cities Sprinter is Siemens' branding for the locomotive family used in high-speed intercity passenger service. Amtrak's ACS-64 replaced older electric locomotives on much of the Northeast Corridor while fitting existing overhead power systems.
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