© trainspo.comALCo RENFE 318
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Overview of the ALCo RENFE 318
Explore the powerful RENFE 318 diesel locomotive, an iconic piece of Spanish railway history.
Originally designed by ALCo and built in 1958, this ALCO DL500 series locomotive is renowned for its exceptional robustness and unwavering reliability. It achieves a top speed of 120 km/h, delivering outstanding performance across the networks of Renfe Operadora and Tecsa.
Measuring 17.87 meters in length and weighing an impressive 110 tons, the RENFE 318 commands attention with its solid construction and Co'Co' axle configuration. Its 1668 mm gauge and 4.02-meter height are perfectly suited for Spanish railway infrastructure.
Delve into the rich history and detailed technical specifications of this distinctive diesel locomotive that has served the railways of Spain, playing a vital role in the nation's transportation and connectivity.
ALCo RENFE 318 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | ALCO DL500 | |
| Built by | ALCo · 1958 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 17.87 m58 ft 8 in | |
| Width | 2.84 m9 ft 4 in | |
| Height | 4.02 m13 ft 2 in | |
| Weight | 110 t242,508 lb |
Operators of the ALCo RENFE 318
Railway companies that have operated the RENFE 318, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Renfe Operadora | RENFE 318 | Spain |
| Tecsa | Tecsa 318 | Spain |
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