Alstom B 84500 4-car

Built by Alstom

Top speed

160 km/h

99 mph

Power output

850 kW

1,140 hp

Length

71.6 m

234 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

2011

52 units

Overview of the Alstom B 84500 4-car

Discover the B 84500, a modern DEMU (Diesel-Electric Multiple Unit) locomotive designed for efficient regional transport.

This versatile train belongs to the well-regarded Coradia family and is part of the Régiolis series, built by Alstom since 2011. It boasts a top speed of 160 km/h, ensuring timely journeys for passengers.

The B 84500 features a 4-car formation, comprising two motor cars and two trailer cars, offering a comfortable seating capacity of 220 passengers.

Operating on a standard gauge of 1435 mm, this locomotive has a length of 71.6 meters. Its advanced electric systems are capable of handling both 25 kV AC 50 Hz and 1.5 kV DC power sources, making it adaptable to various railway networks.

Primarily serving in France with the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF) as the SNCF B 84500 M, this train is a reliable and comfortable choice for regional rail services.

Alstom B 84500 4-car technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Régiolis
Family	Coradia
Built by	Alstom · 201152 units
Top speed	160 km/h99 mph	99 mph
Power output	850 kW1,140 hp	1,140 hp
Prime mover	MAN D 2876
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz (1700 kW) 1.5 kV DC (1700 kW)
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	4 cars (2M2T)
Capacity	220 seats
Train length	71.6 m234 ft 11 in	234 ft 11 in
Width	2.85 m9 ft 4 in	9 ft 4 in
Height	4.29 m14 ft 1 in	14 ft 1 in
Axle load	20 t44,092 lb	44,092 lb