We had to wait for more than four years, but on 24 July 2008 the big day was there: the new Skoda 109E locomotive had its official roll-out. In Pilsen the blue and silver painted locomotive was presented for the international press that day. With the completion of the machine a whole new era has started for Skoda, presenting its first new electric locomotive development in fifteen years. With the 109E Skoda enters the third millennium with a product that has international ambitions and which does meet all the latest European standards. It is flexible and modular, has a top speed of 200 kph and is compatible with both AC and DC catenaries; basic characteristics of a multisystem locomotive nowadays.
The development of the 109E was initiated after the Czech national railways (CD) awarded Skoda with an order for 20 multisystem electrics in May 2004. The CD already started a first tender for new electrics back in 2002, but a second tender was needed, supported by European funds, to make it possible for the CD to really place an order. The CD plans on using their new locomotives, the designated CD 380 series, for passenger services on main corridors in their home country. Additionally, the CD plans on homologating the 380 series for Austria, Germany, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia.
initial exterior design of the Skoda 109E
Very soon the first design impressions leaked, giving the world an idea how the exterior design of the 109E would be. What we saw was a very futuristic looking silver machine with a rounded cabs and side grids with diagonal lining. Porsche Design was responsible for this design, which immediately gave a face easy to recognize to the new and ambitious plans of Skoda.
revisited exterior design, meeting the EN15227 impact resistance standards
After that, the long and difficult phase started of making a feasible locomotive, able to fulfill its purpose, without loosing the original identity of the design. This process took around two years. In 2006 the final design was presented with a 1:20 scale model on the Innotrans 2006 international railway fair in Berlin. In December that year also a first body of the 1:1 scale version was ready for static testing. It was immediately clear that the looks of the 109E had changed drastically in the mean time.
the first complete body of a 109E is transported to for fatique tests at the end of 2006
Especially the construction of the cabins of the machine had to go through a long process of redesign to meet all the latest regulations concerning driver safety (e.g. fire resistance) and crash impact (deformation zones and energy absorption). Skoda states that the construction of the 109E corresponds to the specific characteristics of the Central European rail infrastructure. The 109E can deal with small curves and minimizes wear on the tracks. Last but not least, the 109E is prepared for installing ECTS, the European standard on board safety and signalling system.
Ceské dráhy 109E: news
2016
2016-12-02
[CN/EU] CRRC confirms plan to buy Škoda Transportation
update 2016|12|02
[CN/EU] CRRC confirms plan to buy Škoda Transportation
"China Railway Rolling Stock Corp confirmed on November 28 that its CRRC Zhuzhou Electric Locomotive subsidiary was contemplating the acquisition of Škoda Transportation. CRRC stressed that no binding agreement had been reached.
CRRC is understood to be reviewing the finances of the Czech manufacturer, with the details of any deal expected to be announced by end of this year."
[CZ] CD 380 013 in a new livery -Slovenská strela-
update 2016|08|11
[CZ] CD 380 013 in a new livery -Slovenská strela-
René Klink and Dalibor Palko made a picture of CD's 380 013 having a new livery. It commemorates the 80th birthday of the 'Slovenská strela' (Slovak arrow). The red train made its first run in 1936. It was operated by ČSD in Czechoslovakia on the line between Bratislava and Prague.
[CZ/DE] Rumors thicken: Czech railways want Vectron for services to Germany
update 2016|04|10
[CZ/DE] Rumors thicken: Czech railways want Vectron for services to Germany
It is buzzing around for some months now: The Czech state railways (ČD) plan to hire new locomotives for its Prague - Berlin - Hamburg EuroCity services. Most likely ČD will go for Siemens Vectron locomotives, 10 units, with a top speed of 200 kph. ČD is having fast locomotives fast locomotives on its wish list for the ECs to Germany and other services as well. (via Rail Business)
True, CD does have fast multi system electrics in its fleet, the 380 series produced by Skoda. And yes, they are homologated for Germany and approved by the German EBA railway authority, but the German infrastructure manager DB Netz has put restrictions on their top speed. At this moment the machines are not allowed to go beyond 120 kph, making them practically useless for revenue services. DB Netz wants to know if the forces caused by the machines can possibly damage certain bridges in Germany. New measurements have been done are now being evaluated. To be continued.
[DE/CZ] CD 380 series prepares for its debute in Germany
update 2015|12|28
[DE/CZ] CD 380 series prepares for its debute in Germany
Railvolution.net reports: On 15 December 2015 ČD’s 380.015 realised a series of test runs across the border between Germany and the Czech Republic on the line from Děčín to Bad Schandau. The tests formed part of a standard procedure, to check that the control system was functioning correctly as the locomotive traversed the voltage break and the transition between the Czech and German ATP systems. Satisfactory performance during these tests was the final condition stipulated by DB Netz before the Class 380 locomotives are allowed to haul passenger service, at least as far as Dresden.
Ceské dráhy 109E
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An arbitration court issued its ruling on a protracted dispute between national railway ČD and Škoda Transportation over the late delivery of 20 Type 109E Class 380 multi-voltage electric locomotives on November 16.
The court ruled in favour of Škoda Transportation, rejecting ČD’s claim for compensation and saying ČD must pay the outstanding balance of KC468m, plus KC760m under a clause covering inflation.
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Remarkable: ČD states that the 109E locomotives are still not approved for Germany, although EBA has given its fiat in May 2015. DB Netz however has blocked the operation of the locomotives. The envisaged use of the locomotives for EC Trains from Prague to Dresden this December is therefore postponed.
[CZ] New livery for CD 380 011: Nostalgie [updated]
update 2015|09|15
[CZ] New livery for CD 380 011: Nostalgie [updated]
ČD 380 011-7 has a new livery, promoting the historic trains of the Czech rail operator that run under the responsibility of ČD Nostalgie. The livery also commemorates the 170th anniversary of the railway line Olomouc - Prague. (Filip Lebeda)
Skoda Transportation's 109E locomotives have been granted an unrestricted approval for revenue service in Germany. The 109E is now officially homlogated for the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, Hungary and Poland. The 109E also complies with TSI High Speed RST.
Railcolor: Skoda's press statement gives us some nice details about the approval process, which was challenging according to Skoda's CEO, Tom Ignačák. The authorization process, as done by the Eisenbahn Budnesamt from Germany is described as complete and uncompromising. EBA's technical assessment goes down to the smallest detail.
Skoda states it has invested approximately 36 million euro (950 million CZK) in the development and homologation of its 109E multi system high speed locomotive platform. At this moment twenty units have been built for the Czech railways (CD). ZSSK from Slovakia owns two machines. Soon, the German railways (DB Regio in this case) will get six machines for its Nürnberg-Ingolstadt-München (NIM) high speed express. The importance of the German homologation is therefore evident.
[HU/CZ] Driver instruction on CD 380 continious into GySEV territory
update 2014|11|20
[HU/CZ] Driver instruction on CD 380 continious into GySEV territory
Now we can see the Czech 380 series locomotives in combination with the green and yellow GySEV coaches. For a while now, Hungarian traindrivers of MÁV are instructed on the Czech locomotives, but recently the routes used for training have changed. Now the locomotive runs into GySEV territory, to Nagykáta and Sopron. These routes are a solid test case for the drivers. - MF/BH
Czech locomotive SČD 380 002-6 has new stickers to support the Sportuj s námi ('Sport with us') movement.
The image shows ČD 380.002 and its new 'Sportuj s námi' livery in Praha hlavní nádraží waiting for departure with with EC 127 'Vsacan' to Žilina. - FL
Ceské dráhy 109E
2014-10-23
[CZ/HU] CD 380s in service on Praha - Budapest
update 2014|10|23
[CZ/HU] CD 380s in service on Praha - Budapest
On 22.10.2014, the Czech ČD 380 series locomotive were used for the first time in revenue service hauling expresses between Praha (CZ) and Budapest (HU). Train drivers are now training on this route too.
Until 31.10.2014, the 380s will be used to haul the daily EC 272/273 “Avala” Beograd - Praha service, between Budapest and Praha. After that date, they will also add some IC services (912/942/948 to Sopron and Győr) to their working area.
Starting with the timetable change in December the 380s will be used on between six and seven trains to Budapest each day. - Railvolution/PH/PP
Ceské dráhy 109E
2014-10-05
[HU] Driver training with CD Class 380 in Hungary [updated]
update 2014|10|05
[HU] Driver training with CD Class 380 in Hungary [updated]
During the next week a new trial period begins with the ČD 380 series in Hungary. This type of locomotive already has a Hungarian homologation, but drivers still need to be trained for this locomotive. Staff from Budapest-Keleti will get this training. As from 14.12.2014, ČD wants to operate some (al least two) pair of EuroCities between Praha and Budapest with the 380.
Between Budapest-Keleti and Sturovo (broder station Hungary > Slovakia) the 380s will be operated by staff of MÁV-START. The training runs will be held on the route Budapest and Siófok (between Siófok and Balatonszemes there is a track closure due to reconstruction works) with normal passanger trains. - PH
Update: On 05.10.2014, ČD 380 002 arrived in Budapest pulled by 362 005 in the EC 273 "Avala" service. Until 20.10.2014, it will run between Budapest-Déli and Siófok two times a day with fast trains; and during the nights it will be available for a stopping service between Budapest-Déli and Székesfehérvár. - PH/MF/AL
Today, DB Schenker 152 117-8 took two Skoda 109E locomotives to DB Systemtechnik. The image shows both 380 016 and 017 in train 56394 (München-Nord Rbf - München-Milbertshofen). The locomotives continued their journey to München-Freiman. - EG
[CZ/DE] CD 380 series on Prague > Berlin ( > Hamburg) route
update 2014|05|30
[CZ/DE] CD 380 series on Prague > Berlin ( > Hamburg) route
Railwaygazette reports on the new contract signed between DB and CD for the (Budapest >) Prague > Berlin (> Hamburg) EuroCity services. Once DB signed a contract with RegioJet, but this company could not deliver. Now existing rolling stock will be refurbished and upgraded. The CD 380 series locomotives will haul the trains as from December 2015.
Ceské dráhy 109E
2014-05-07
[DE] CD 380 series: tests in Germany
update 2014|05|07
[DE] CD 380 series: tests in Germany
Image of CD 380 020 and 017 during a 'Bügelmessfahrt' to Gablingen. Today the machines will continue their test program on the high speed line to Würzburg. - MR
Ceské dráhy 109E
2014-02-14
[PL/CZ] Poland grants Škoda’s 109E electrics full authorisation
update 2014|02|14
[PL/CZ] Poland grants Škoda’s 109E electrics full authorisation
On 29 January 2014 the UTK granted Škoda’s Type 109E electrics (ČD’s Class 380s) authorisation to operate in Poland. Requests for issuing the eligibility certificates for the locomotives are currently being processed. - railvolution.net
Škoda is steadily expanding its list of approvals for its multi-system locomotives. Next to Poland, the 109E can now run in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria and Hungary. The 109E also fully complies with TSI RST (high speed rail class 2 vehicles 190-249 kph).
Ceské dráhy 109EZSSK 109E
2014-01-30
[HU] More 109E locomotives in Hungary for approval
update 2014|01|30
[HU] More 109E locomotives in Hungary for approval
Again, three 109E locomotives have visited Hungary for their approval (brake) tests in that country. - NT/MF
Ceské dráhy 109E
2014-01-22
[CZ/HU] CD 380 003 and 014 in Hungary for acceptance
update 2014|01|22
[CZ/HU] CD 380 003 and 014 in Hungary for acceptance
CD class 380 locomotives no. 003 and 014 have arrived in Hungary. The images shows both locomotives and 380 011 in Komárom. Such a visit is a obligatory part of the acceptance of a new locomotive in Hungary. Up until now only 380 011 and 017 were approved for this country.
Meanwhile, the 003 and 014 have performed braking tests and compatibility with the Mirel train detection system has been evaluated. More 380s are expected in the upcoming time to arrive in this country. By the end of February, all 20 CB 380 locomotives units should have passed their 'Hungarian exam'.
CD intends to use the 380s for international passenger services Prague - Budapest vv. They will replace ZSSK class 350 locomotives here. Before this will be reality, restrictions of these locomotives in Slovakia need to be addressed and an agreement with MAV (state operator in Hungary) needs to made. - JP/MF/BH/PK/iho.hu
Ceské dráhy 109E
2014-01-11
[CZ/AT] CD 380 series in service in Austria
update 2014|01|11
[CZ/AT] CD 380 series in service in Austria
Since 15.12.2013, the 380 series locomotives of the Czech Railways pull reguler passenger trains to Austria. The Skoda locomotives are used for EuroCity no. 72/73 „Smetana“ (Prague – Wiener Neustadt vv) and EC 74/75 „Franz Schubert“ (Prague – Wiener Neustadt vv). - MG
[updated] Interesting fact is that around 70 Austrian train drivers had to be trained on the Czech locomotives. At this moment only 5 locomotives are approved for Austria, no 380.001, 007, 010, 015 and 016. In March, a third train pair will be added to the 380 workings: Eurocity 77/76. - zeleznicar.cd.cz/PK
Ceské dráhy 109E
2013
2013-12-10
[AT] Analyzing parasitic current with 380.011 + 380.002
update 2013|12|10
[AT] Analyzing parasitic current with 380.011 + 380.002
This image was taken last Sunday. Czech locomotives no. 380 011 and 380 002 ran through St. Valentin with a test train. Purpose of this run was measuring parasitic currents (DE: Störstrom), that is an unavoidable side effect when working with many electronic parts in a machine. The Skoda 109E series now has a temporary approval for Austria. Skoda hopes to get a approval for another 5 years in June 2014.
Locomotive 380 011 in its Euro2012 livery is seen in many different countries lately. Before it came to Austria, it has been used in Hungary and Slovakia too. - AK
Ceské dráhy 109E
2013-11-16
[CZ/AT] CD 380 authorised for Austria until 30.06.2014
update 2013|11|16
[CZ/AT] CD 380 authorised for Austria until 30.06.2014
In the second half of October ČD’s Class 380s were finally granted conditional authorisation by ÖBB-Infrastruktur. The approval is conditional, valid until 30 June 2014 with several restrictions. ČD supposes now to use the 380s for the regular haulage of two pairs of EC services daily linking Praha and Wiener Neustadt as of December 2013 timetable change.
Ceské dráhy 109E
2013-10-24
[DE/PL] Transition tests Germany - Poland with Skoda 109E
update 2013|10|24
[DE/PL] Transition tests Germany - Poland with Skoda 109E
On 22.10.2013, transition test runs were held with the Skoda 109E locomotive. CD unit no. 380 002 ran from Frankfurt/Oder (DE) to Rzepin (PL) vv. - DSOCeské dráhy 109E
2013-10-13
[SK] CD 380 011 in Eastern Slovakia
update 2013|10|13
[SK] CD 380 011 in Eastern Slovakia
On 11.10.2013, ČD locomotive 380 011, still in its euro2012 livery, visited Eastern Slovakia. It arrived with fast train R 607 at 18:13. It returned the next day with train R 602, departing from Košice at 06:15 in the morning. Currently, the CD 380 series is being evaluated on the AC voltage part of the Slovakian rail network. - JK
We got a extensive explanation about the CD 380 003 being in Bratislava. We have rewritten and extended the text:
Locomotive ČD 380 003-4 was seen in Bratislava main station last night. The machine was being used for training drivers of the Slovakian railways (ZSSK), which was finished in only one day. The fact that only drivers that have experience with the similar ZSSK 381 series were selected for this training sped up things.
True, the CD 380 series already runs in Slovakia, but on DC lines only. Currently they run to to Žilina, four times a day. Until 11.10.2013, 380 003 can be seen hauling various regional passenger trains on AC lines too. The locomotive runs in one diagram between Kuty, Bratislava and Leopoldov. Approval for AC lines is important for future services with the CD 380 machines.
Finally, it is the plan to use the 380s for EC trains from Prague to Budapest. Probably this will not happen before 2014. Still many technical issues have to be solved in Slovakia and Hungary. - PK/JP/DG
Iho.hu brings a extensive report about the Skoda 109E trials in Hungary, that have been performed in the past weeks. The colorful ČD 380 011-7 arrived in Hungary on 08.08.2013 and was since then evaluated under the supervision of Prvá Slovenská železničná (PSŽ). Also check the nice video from the drivers cab that is included in the report.
Emil Zátopek was a runner, famous for winning three gold medals at the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki. He was nicknamed the "Locomotive". So its obvious, one day a locomotive should get have is name, and that is exactly what happened today.
In Prague, CD 380 007 was presented sporting the name of Mr. Zátopek, who past away in 2000. The machines was baptised by Ms. Dana Zátopková, wife of Emil and also a Olympic gold medal winner (Javelin, Helsinki 1952).
Interesting are the details in this report about the event. Unit 007 is one of the machines from its batch that got the newest software version installed. On the video one sees that the UIC grid on the frame is filled with many countries: A, D, PL, SK, H.
"We expect full approval of the locomotive in Austria and Poland by autumn 2013. Approval in Germany is expected by the end of this year"
"Even abroad there is interest in our locomotive and the penetration of western European markets seems promising. Deliveries of about 40 locomotives for three different customers are being negotiated".
Ceské dráhy 109E
2013-05-18
[CZ] Portrait of the D1 Express
update 2013|05|18
[CZ] Portrait of the D1 Express
Since 04.10.2012, the railways of the Czech Republic (CD) operate the D1 Express service, connecting Prague and Brno. ČD 380 009-1 is one of the locomotives with special D1 Express-logos. - WW
Ceské dráhy 109E
2013-04-20
[CZ] Locomotive 109E received homologation according to TSI
update 2013|04|20
[CZ] Locomotive 109E received homologation according to TSI
"New locomotive 109E from Czech manufacturer Škoda Transportation got as a second in the world a certificate of conformity with the technical specifications for interoperability of the European high-speed rail system for the subsystem of rail vehicles (TSI High Speed RST). The certificate is a key document required to obtain a permit to operate in six European countries."
Ceské dráhy 109E
2013-03-29
[HU] Skoda 109E in Hungary [updatedx2]
update 2013|03|29
[HU] Skoda 109E in Hungary [updatedx2]
Skoda 109 E / 380 017-4 arrived in Hungary on 24.03.2013. The pictures show the machine parked at Komárom. - FN
[update] After its arrival, the machine continued its journey to Budapest, under its own power, together with MAV 470 001.
Železniční magazín brings a short message about the Skoda 109E / CD 380 series locomotives that have been used for homologation purposes in the past years. They get software upgrades and will slowly enter regular service. Curious is the constructional change on locomotive 380 001. Above its buffers, it got two extra metal strips.
Ceské dráhy 109E
2012
2012-10-11
[CZ] 380 009 and 013 now dedicated to new D1 Express
update 2012|10|11
[CZ] 380 009 and 013 now dedicated to new D1 Express
The D1 story is good marketing and we go along. Picture this: Connect the two biggest cities in your country with an hourly train service. The D1 only adds two extra one way connections in the morning and two for the way home in afternoon.
BTW, D1 is the designation of highway number 1 in the Czech Republic. Due to its bad condition, it will be reconstructed soon. The D1 Express offers an alternative to car owners that are facing traffic jams due to the reconstruction. - JP
Ceské dráhy 109E
2012-09-30
[CZ] D1 Express is coming [updated]
update 2012|09|30
[CZ] D1 Express is coming [updated]
A new job for the CD class 380 locomotives. Starting at October 4th, 2012, the Czech Railways will operate the new D1 Express service connecting Prague and Brno. This new train will complement existing services on this route, but will be non-stop. A five car train will run twice a day in each direction offering extra service aboard (wifi, food and beverages, electric outlets etc.) and connecting both cities in 2 hours and 42 minutes. More information here.
On this route, CD is successfully competing with the road. Rising demand inspired the company to introduce additional train services. They will be hauled by CD 380 class locomotives, starting at a speed op 140 kph max. In December it is planned to speed up to 160. That will make the service seven minutes faster. - MF
Today, ČD 380 011-7 has its first day of revenue service in its new 'Vlakem na Euro' livery. It will leave from Prague, bound for Ostrava. It will not enter the country where Euro2012 takes place today. The 380 011 will turn in Bohumin, close to the Czech-Polish border.
The Czech national football team plays all matches in the group phase in Wroclaw (on the 08th, 12th and 16th of June). The Czech railways therefore plan special charter trains from Prague to this Polish city. Next to the 380 011, also a 163 series locomotive will get the special livery. This locomotive can be used for border crossing services.
According to Gazeta Wyborcza, the Czech national football team will travel to Poland by train. They will leave on 03.06.2012. The 380 011 will be exhibited at the Czech Railday on 19-21.06.2012. - rynek-kolejowy.pl/ JP / JS
Ceské dráhy 109E
2012-04-03
[PL] Vectron DC and Skoda 109E evaluated by PKP IC
update 2012|04|03
[PL] Vectron DC and Skoda 109E evaluated by PKP IC
Not only freight operators are testing new locomotive types in Poland. Also PKP InterCity wants to know what modern electrics have to offer them. Since 01.04.2012, Vectron DC no. Siemens 191 952 is used for InterCity/Express services between Warsaw and Krakow. Soon, also a Skoda 109E electric will be, temporarily, added to the PKP IC fleet. - wnp.pl/KAR
Ceské dráhy 109ESiemens Vectron locos used for test and promotion
2011
2011-11-07
[AT/CZ] impounded CD 380 004 free again [update]
update 2011|11|07
[AT/CZ] impounded CD 380 004 free again [update]
380 004 was impounded in Austria on 22.05.2011. It became subject if a legal dispute between Skoda and Bombardier. In 2002 both manufacturers closed an agreement on building locomotives for Eastern Europe together. However, Skoda terminated the contract unilaterally, says Bombardier. Seizing the 380 004 should have increased the pressure.
Now, unit 380 004 is on the run again. It was stored at Wien-Inzersdorf, inside the work shop of the Wiener Lokalbahnen. On 05.11.2011, the locomotive was seen in Vienna.
Update: On 07.11.2011, the 004 was still in Vienna and currently parked on one of the last track left of the old depot Wien-Süd. The reason is that a document which shows the good running-condition of the vehicle (German: Lauffähigkeitsbescheinigung) is still missing. Rail Cargo Austria has to wait for that to be able tow it (with a regular goods train, as the Czech Railways wishes) to Breclav.
Update 2: On 11.11.2011, the 004 was seen on transport back to CZ.
Ceské dráhy 109E
2011-10-30
[DE] Skoda 109E with ALEX coaches in Germany
update 2011|10|30
[DE] Skoda 109E with ALEX coaches in Germany
Skoda 380 006 and 018 are currently doing trials between Hamburg Rothenburgsort and Boizenburg (Elbe). Two Netinera Alex coaches are also being used for these tests, that will continue in this area for the next two weeks. - RH
Ceské dráhy 109E
2011-10-19
[DE] Skoda in the night
update 2011|10|19
[DE] Skoda in the night
Nice 'nightly' impression of the Skoda homologation programm in Germany, with 380 017 and 018. TG
Ceské dráhy 109E
2011-10-13
[PL] TRAKO 2011: Skoda 109E no.20
update 2011|10|13
[PL] TRAKO 2011: Skoda 109E no.20
Also on the fair: the last Skoda 109E locomotive for the Czech Railways; 380 020. - MP
Ceské dráhy 109E
2011-10-02
[DE] Skoda 109E in Germany, Austria and Switserland
update 2011|10|02
[DE] Skoda 109E in Germany, Austria and Switserland
During the past months, the Skoda 109E (or Skoda 380 series) is tested extensively both in Austria and Germany. 380 019 was also seen in Based, Switserland. We bring you some impressions of 380 006, 017 and 019 which were involved in trials. The most important milestones of the 109E testing/delivery program up til now:
- 380 004 was impounded in Austria on 22.05.2011. It became subject if a legal dispute between Skoda and Bombardier. In 2002 both manufacturers closed an agreement on building locomotives for Eastern Europe together. However, Skoda terminated the contract unilaterally, says Bombardier. The German-Canadian manufacturer already had shared important knowledge and technical drawings on how to built a modern multi-system electric locomotives. They now want a one million euro refund for this. Seizing the 380 004 should increase the pressure.
- The 380 004 was replaced by 380 019, that then completed 200 kph trials in the Austrian westbahn (ATP LZB testing).
- On 29.06.2011, the 380 019 was the first 109E to haul a commercial freight train to Vienna.
- 380 020 was the last unit of the CD order to be completed. It arrived at Velim test center in the Czech Republic on 03.08.2011.
- 380 006, 017 and 018 (two of them are in the images) were then used for trials in Germany, starting in May 2011.
On 15 and 16 March 2011, first trials with a Skoda 109E locomotive were held in Austria, between Breclav (CZ) and Ganzendorf. Electromagnetic compatibility between 109E and rail signaling systems, security equipment, brakes and pantographs were tested succesfully. As soon Skoda will have permission from the Austrian railways, a one-month test period will be set up in Austria, using three units. - JP
Ceské dráhy 109E
2010
2010-12-21
[CZ] CD 380 007 in action
update 2010|12|21
[CZ] CD 380 007 in action
A nice youtube-video pas posted on our
facebook wall:
Yesterday, the Czech Railways started to use the Škoda 109E / 380 series in regular service. Unit 380 008 was the first , hauling IC 571 from Praha to Břeclav. A second locomotive, 380.007 was seen later that day with EC 379 Carl Maria von Weber. - JP
Ceské dráhy 109E
2010-05-27
[CZ] Skoda 109E: first run at the public network
update 2010|05|27
[CZ] Skoda 109E: first run at the public network
News flash: Some first images of 109E / 380 007 on the public network of the Czech Republic. Two days ago it has its first trail between Plzen and Beroun as Lv 67111 and Lv 60898, with a class 742 unit as back-up. - JP
Ceské dráhy 109E
2008
2008-12-08
[CZ] Skoda 109E reaches for 200 kph
update 2008|12|08
[CZ] Skoda 109E reaches for 200 kph
In the mean time, Skoda's 109E electric has succesfully reached a top speed of 200 kph, on the test tracks of Velim.
Ceské dráhy 109E
2008-09-25
[DE] Skoda 109E @ Innotrans 2008
update 2008|09|25
[DE] Skoda 109E @ Innotrans 2008
Skoda sends us the new 380 001 for the Czech Railways for the Innotrans 2008 fair. The public was very curious about this new machine, as they had to stand in line to have a quick peek at the interior last Wednesday. In Berlin, the machine is placed next to the Travca demonstrator from Spain, a unique image, that we probably will never see again...
Ceské dráhy 109E
2008-09-06
[CZ] Skoda to Velim
update 2008|09|06
[CZ] Skoda to Velim
Last week, Skoda's 380 002 arrived at the test tracks of Velim for dynamic trials. These pictures show the machine in Plzeň. Our thanks goes out to Martin Zeman.
Ceské dráhy 109E
2008-07-28
[CZ] Skoda 109E revealed
update 2008|07|28
[CZ] Skoda 109E revealed
Now Skoda also deserves a place on this website, as it finally has presented its multi-functional and multi-system 109e locomotives on 24.07.2008. Its a machine with top speeds up to 200 kph and it can run under 15 and 25 kV AC and 3 kV DC catenary. With the second prototype (shown in the picture) Skoda will start first dynamic trials at the test tracks in Velim, a third locomotive will be present at the upcoming Innotrans expo in Berlin. Porsche Design was responsible for the exterior design of the new Skoda 109E. First customer for Skoda are the Czech national railways, which ordered 20 machines back in 2004. According to Skoda, the delivery fo these machines will be completed in 2010 and the Czech machines will be homologated for Austria, Germany, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia. More informationa nd pictures can be found here:
and there is even a complete site dedicated to this locomotive: 109ECeské dráhy 109E
2008-01-16
[CZ] first Skoda 190E multi-system locomotive in service before 2009
update 2008|01|16
[CZ] first Skoda 190E multi-system locomotive in service before 2009
Skoda plans the first trial runs of it multi-system locomotive 109E for this year and says to have a fully approved prototype available at the end of 2008/start 2009. - eurailpress.de
Ceské dráhy 109E
Ceské dráhy 109E: trial phase
380 001
As second machine of its type, CD 380 001 was presented to the outside world. While 380 002 already started dynamic trails at Velim (CZ), 380 001 was presented at the Innotrans 2008 international raileway fair in Berlin.
380 002
On 24.07.2008, one 109E locomotive was presented at the Skoda factory, this was 380 002. At 03.09.2008 it arrived in Velim, for dynamic trials.
In 2009 both 380 001 and 002 were present in Velim. Test were done in double traction. A 380 unit was even combined there with a Railjet-rake of the Austrian railways.
380 003
The third engine made its public debute in September 2009.
380 007 and 008
Unit 7 and 8 were the first to be used for trails during revenue service, starting in 2010.
380 011
Unit 11 was present at Innotrans 2010 in Berlin.
Alstom
initial exterior design of the Skoda 109E
revisited exterior design, meeting the EN15227 impact resistance standards
the first complete body of a 109E is transported to for fatique tests at the end of 2006
