AFR Y 8400

Built by AFR

Top speed

60 km/h

37 mph

Power output

205 kW

275 hp

Weight

35 t

77,162 lb

Length

10.14 m

33 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1990–1995

150 units

Overview of the AFR Y 8400

Discover the SNCF Y 8400, a robust diesel locomotive designed for efficient operations.

Built by AFR between 1990 and 1995 for the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF), these locomotives are recognized for their reliability and performance.

With a top speed of 60 km/h and a substantial weight of 35 tonnes, the Y 8400 is perfectly suited for shunting duties and light freight transport, demonstrating versatility in its role.

Its practical dimensions, measuring 10.14 meters in length, 2.87 meters in width, and 3.83 meters in height, ensure excellent maneuverability, even in confined spaces within depots and busy yards.

The Y 8400 boasts a power output of 205 kW and operates on standard gauge tracks (1435 mm), making it a valuable asset in railway operations.

This series represents a significant chapter in French railway heritage and continues to be a dependable workhorse in daily railway activities.

AFR Y 8400 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	AFR · 1990–1995150 units
Top speed	60 km/h37 mph	37 mph
Power output	205 kW275 hp	275 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	B'
Whyte notation	0-4-0
Length	10.14 m33 ft 3 in	33 ft 3 in
Width	2.87 m9 ft 5 in	9 ft 5 in
Height	3.83 m12 ft 7 in	12 ft 7 in
Weight	35 t77,162 lb	77,162 lb