CAF RENFE 101

Built by GEC Alsthom, CAF

Top speed

300 km/h

186 mph

Weight

392 t

864,211 lb

Length

200.15 m

656 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,668 mm

Iberian gauge

Years built

1994–1996

6 units

Overview of the CAF RENFE 101

Explore the Renfe 101, a powerful EMU built in Spain by GEC Alsthom and CAF for Renfe Operadora between 1994 and 1996.

Based on the TGV family and TGV-A series, this impressive train boasts a top speed of 300 km/h and can accommodate 318 passengers in its 10-car formation.

Measuring over 200 meters in length and capable of 8800 kW in AC power, the Renfe 101 is a significant asset to Spain's high-speed rail network.

CAF RENFE 101 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	TGV-A
Family	TGV
Built by	GEC Alsthom, CAF · 1994–19966 units
Top speed	300 km/h186 mph	186 mph
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz (8800 kW) 3 kV DC (5600 kW)
Track gauge	1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in	5 ft 5⅝ in
Formation	10 cars (2M8T)
Capacity	318 seats
Train length	200.15 m656 ft 8 in	656 ft 8 in
Width	2.9 m9 ft 6 in	9 ft 6 in
Height	4.28 m14 ft 1 in	14 ft 1 in
Weight	392 t864,211 lb	864,211 lb