© trainspo.comCAF IE Mk4 DVT
Built by CAF
Overview of the CAF IE Mk4 DVT
Discover the IE Mk4 DVT, a remarkable control car unit built by CAF for Irish Rail between 2004 and 2005.
This powerful locomotive is designed for a top speed of 201 km/h and features a 1600 mm gauge, making it ideal for operation on key railway lines.
With a length of 18.9 meters, a width of 2.85 meters, and a height of 3.85 meters, the IE Mk4 DVT is a robust and efficient vehicle.
Its weight of 63 tons underscores its stability and performance in daily operations, making it a reliable choice for passenger services.
The IE Mk4 DVT represents modern engineering in rail transport.
CAF IE Mk4 DVT technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | CAF · 2004–2005 | |
| Top speed | 201 km/h125 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,600 mmIrish gauge5 ft 3 in | |
| Length | 18.9 m62 ft 0 in | |
| Width | 2.85 m9 ft 4 in | |
| Height | 3.85 m12 ft 8 in | |
| Weight | 63 t138,891 lb |
Operators of the CAF IE Mk4 DVT
Railway companies that have operated the IE Mk4 DVT, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Irish Rail | IE Mk4 DVT | Ireland |
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