© trainspo.comABB RENFE 447
Built by CAF, GEC Alsthom, Siemens, ABB, GEC Alsthom
Overview of the ABB RENFE 447
Explore the iconic RENFE 447, a versatile electric multiple unit (EMU) that has served Spain with distinction.
Built by leading manufacturers like CAF, GEC Alsthom, Siemens, and ABB between 1992 and 2001, this series is renowned for its enduring reliability and operational efficiency.
Capable of reaching speeds of up to 120 km/h, the RENFE 447 is a key player in passenger transportation across the Iberian Peninsula, operating on the broad 1668 mm gauge.
Its typical three-car formation, featuring a Bo'Bo'+2'2'+Bo'Bo' axle arrangement, ensures a smooth and stable journey for passengers while maintaining excellent maneuverability.
With a total train length of 75.99 meters, it strikes an optimal balance between passenger capacity and operational agility.
Powered by a robust 3 kV DC electric system delivering 2400 kW of power, the RENFE 447 is a testament to engineering excellence and a vital component of Renfe Operadora's fleet.
Discover the practical design and dependable performance that make the RENFE 447 a familiar and trusted sight on Spanish railway lines, embodying efficient and comfortable travel.
ABB RENFE 447 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | RENFE 446 | |
| Built by | CAF, GEC Alsthom, Siemens, ABB, GEC Alsthom · 1992–2001 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 2,400 kW3,218 hp | |
| Electric systems |
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| Track gauge | 1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+2'2'+Bo'Bo | |
| Formation | 3 cars (2M) | |
| Train length | 75.99 m249 ft 4 in | |
| Width | 2.9 m9 ft 6 in | |
| Height | 4.18 m13 ft 9 in |
Operators of the ABB RENFE 447
Railway companies that have operated the RENFE 447, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Renfe Operadora | RENFE 447 | Spain |
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