© trainspo.comCAF 289-100
Built by CAF, MELCO
Overview of the CAF 289-100
Discover the powerful 289-100 electric locomotive, a versatile workhorse designed for Spanish railways.
With a top speed of 100 km/h and an impressive power output of 6200 kW, this locomotive is built for demanding operations.
Its robust design, featuring a Bo'Bo' axle arrangement and a substantial weight of 168 tons, ensures stability and performance on the 1668 mm gauge track.
Manufactured by CAF and MELCO, the 289-100 has served with notable operators like Renfe Operadora and Tracción Rail.
This electric locomotive is a testament to efficient and reliable rail transport in Spain.
CAF 289-100 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | 289 | |
| Built by | CAF, MELCO | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 6,200 kW8,314 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 34.54 m113 ft 4 in | |
| Width | 3.13 m10 ft 3 in | |
| Height | 3.68 m12 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 168 t370,376 lb |
Operators of the CAF 289-100
Railway companies that have operated the 289-100, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Renfe Operadora | RENFE 289-100 | Spain |
| Tracción Rail | Tracción Rail 289.1 | Spain |
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