© trainspo.comCAF RENFE 250
Built by MTM, CAF, BBC
Overview of the CAF RENFE 250
Discover the powerful RENFE 250 electric locomotive, an icon of Renfe Operadora in Spain.
With a top speed of 160 km/h and powered by 3 kV DC electric systems, this locomotive impresses with its robustness.
Built by MTM, CAF, and BBC, the RENFE 250 measures 20 meters in length and weighs 124 tons, demonstrating its capacity for rail transport.
Its iconic design and reliable performance make it a standout choice for train enthusiasts and the Spanish railway scene.
CAF RENFE 250 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | MTM, CAF, BBC | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Power output | 4,600 kW6,169 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | C'C' | |
| Length | 20 m65 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 3.13 m10 ft 3 in | |
| Height | 3.82 m12 ft 6 in | |
| Weight | 124 t273,373 lb |
Operators of the CAF RENFE 250
Railway companies that have operated the RENFE 250, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Renfe Operadora | RENFE 250 | Spain |
CAF RENFE 250 photos
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