CEF 2 – Tronville-en-Barrois

Test track center
CEF 2 up to 160km/h

 

Based in the Meuse department, in Trouville en Barrois, close to Bar-Le-Duc, CEF2 has been built to meet the expectations and tests needs of the conventional rolling stocks (interurban, main lines and freight).

 

CEF 2 offers a 12 KMS straight line, capable at 160km / hour, and is linked with the National Railroad network (RFN).

 

2 types of tension can be provided through the catenary: 25kV (50Hz) & 1500V.

 

 

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VED - Dynamic test track

  • 12km
  • 160kph
  • KVB system
  • Power supply : 
    • 25kV 50Hz
    • 1500VCC

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TECHNICAL WORKSHOP 140m

Equipped with:

  • Pit
  • 16 Lifting columns 15t
  • Rigid catenary :
    • 25kV
    • 1500VCC
  • Mobile catwalks for roof access
  • Crane

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VES - Static test track

  • 1,375km 
  • Power supply : 
    • 25kV 50Hz
    • 1500VCC

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3 TRACKS OF STORAGE

  • 270m
  • 470m 
  • 480m electrified