© trainspo.comAlstom 463 Civia
Built by CAF, Alstom, Siemens, Vossloh
Overview of the Alstom 463 Civia
Explore the Renfe Operadora's 463 Civia, a modern Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) designed for efficient regional passenger transport in Spain.
This versatile train, built by a consortium including CAF, Alstom, Siemens, and Vossloh, operates on the broad 1668 mm gauge.
With a top speed of 120 km/h and a capacity of 169 seats across its 3-car formation, the 463 Civia is engineered for comfort and reliability.
Its 65.55-meter length and 1400 kW power output, powered by 3 kV DC electric systems, make it a cornerstone of Spanish railway operations.
Discover the technical specifications and operational details of this significant Spanish railway asset.
Alstom 463 Civia technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Civia | |
| Family | Civia | |
| Built by | CAF, Alstom, Siemens, Vossloh | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 1,400 kW1,877 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in | |
| Formation | 3 cars | |
| Capacity | 169 seats | |
| Train length | 65.55 m215 ft 1 in | |
| Width | 2.94 m9 ft 8 in | |
| Height | 4.26 m14 ft 0 in | |
| Weight | 106 t233,690 lb |
Operators of the Alstom 463 Civia
Railway companies that have operated the 463 Civia, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Renfe Operadora | RENFE 463 | Spain |
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