Alstom 462 Civia

Built by CAF, Alstom, Siemens, Vossloh

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

1,270 kW

1,703 hp

Weight

80 t

176,370 lb

Length

44.8 m

147 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,668 mm

Iberian gauge

Overview of the Alstom 462 Civia

The 462 Civia is a versatile and efficient electric multiple unit (EMU) designed for the Spanish railway network.

This model, identified under the RENFE 462 class, operates primarily in Spain with Renfe Operadora.

Measuring 44.8 meters in length and 2.94 meters in width, the 462 Civia offers a comfortable capacity of 124 seats.

Its maximum speed reaches 120 km/h, and its power output of 1270 kW ensures efficient journeys.

Built by renowned manufacturers like CAF, Alstom, Siemens, and Vossloh, this 2-car train is a prime example of modern railway engineering, adapted for a 1668 mm gauge and powered by 3 kV DC.

Alstom 462 Civia technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Civia
Family	Civia
Built by	CAF, Alstom, Siemens, Vossloh
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	1,270 kW1,703 hp	1,703 hp
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in	5 ft 5⅝ in
Formation	2 cars
Capacity	124 seats
Train length	44.8 m147 ft 0 in	147 ft 0 in
Width	2.94 m9 ft 8 in	9 ft 8 in
Height	4.26 m14 ft 0 in	14 ft 0 in
Weight	80 t176,370 lb	176,370 lb