© trainspo.comAlstom FGC 213
Built by CAF, Alstom, ABB
Overview of the Alstom FGC 213
Discover the FGC 213, a modern Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) serving the Catalonian Government Railways (FGC) in Spain.
Built between 1998 and 2004 by leading manufacturers like CAF, Alstom, and ABB, this 3-car train offers comfortable transport for up to 108 seated passengers.
The FGC 213 is recognized for its reliability and efficiency, reaching a top speed of 90 km/h. It operates on a 1000 mm gauge and features a powerful 1442 kW electric system with 1.5 kV DC.
Measuring 50.43 meters in length, the FGC 213 exemplifies quality railway engineering designed for safe and effective passenger transportation.
Alstom FGC 213 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | FGC 213 | |
| Built by | CAF, Alstom, ABB · 1998–200433 units | |
| Top speed | 90 km/h56 mph | |
| Power output | 1,442 kW1,934 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+2'2'+Bo'Bo | |
| Formation | 3 cars | |
| Capacity | 108 seats | |
| Train length | 50.43 m165 ft 5 in | |
| Width | 2.5 m8 ft 2 in | |
| Height | 3.95 m13 ft 0 in |
Operators of the Alstom FGC 213
Railway companies that have operated the FGC 213, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Catalonian Government Railways | FGC 213 | Spain |
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