Electric locomotive 185 142 of the Deutsche Bahn.

■ Pantographs with innovative fastening
■ Sophisticated roof design
■ Extra applied windscreen wipers
■ Cowcatcher mounted on the chassis
■ Headlights/taillights switchable with a DIP switch

The TRAXX AC1 is a series of electric locomotives primarily designed for transporting goods. The designation TRAXX stands for "Transnational Railway Applications with eXtreme fleXibility". The 185.1 series is derived from the 145 series, but it now features a modified design and a new series designation. It is designed to operate on both the 15 kV/16 2/3 Hz and 25 kV/50 Hz AC voltage systems commonly used in Europe. With a weight of 84 tonnes, it has a continuous output of 5.6 MW and is approved for speeds of up to 140 km/h. The locomotives were equipped with various country-specific packages for cross-border operations. 65 locomotives (185 085 - 185 149) were delivered with the Swiss country package. From May 2007, 185 142 was in service in the eye-catching "Edelweiss" design.