© trainspo.comOverview of the Alstom Z 58500
Explore the Z 58500, a modern articulated train designed for the French railway network.
These electric multiple units (EMUs) have been produced by Alstom since 2018, featuring a 7-car formation (3M4T) on a standard 1435 mm gauge track.
They are equipped with versatile 1.5 kV DC and 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems, ensuring optimal operational flexibility.
Also known as the RER NG, the Z 58500 represents a new generation of trains built for comfort and efficiency, serving the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF).
Alstom Z 58500 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | RER NG | |
| Built by | Alstom · 2018 | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 7 cars (3M4T) |
Operators of the Alstom Z 58500
Railway companies that have operated the Z 58500, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| French National Railway Corporation | SNCF Z 58500 | France |
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