© trainspo.comAlstom RENFE 120
Built by Alstom, CAF
Overview of the Alstom RENFE 120
Experience the RENFE 120, a remarkable Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) crafted by Alstom and CAF.
This impressive locomotive boasts a top speed of 250 km/h and can accommodate 237 passengers, offering a comfortable journey across Spain for Renfe Operadora.
Comprising 4 cars with a total length of 106 meters, the RENFE 120 exemplifies modern railway engineering.
It features advanced electric systems, operating on 25 kV AC 50 Hz and 3 kV DC, delivering a substantial 4000 kW of power and a tractive effort of 150 kN for efficient and smooth operation.
Alstom RENFE 120 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | RENFE 120 | |
| Built by | Alstom, CAF · 2001–200412 units | |
| Top speed | 250 km/h155 mph | |
| Tractive effort | 150 kN33,721 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Formation | 4 cars | |
| Capacity | 237 seats | |
| Car length | 106 m347 ft 9 in | |
| Width | 2.92 m9 ft 7 in | |
| Height | 4.1 m13 ft 5 in | |
| Weight | 225 t496,040 lb |
Operators of the Alstom RENFE 120
Railway companies that have operated the RENFE 120, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Renfe Operadora | RENFE 120 | Spain |
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