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Electric locomotive

CAF RENFE 251

Built by CAF, Macosa, MELCO

Top speed
160 km/h
99 mph
Power output
3,900 kW
5,230 hp
Weight
138 t
304,238 lb
Length
20.7 m
67 ft 11 in
Track gauge
1,668 mm
Iberian gauge
Years built
1982–1984
30 units

Overview of the CAF RENFE 251

Discover the powerful RENFE 251 electric locomotive, a workhorse designed for demanding freight operations across Spain.

With a top speed of 160 km/h and an impressive power output of 3900 kW, this locomotive is built for performance and reliability.

Its robust construction, featuring a B'B'B' UIC axle arrangement and weighing 138 tons, ensures exceptional tractive effort for heavy loads.

Manufactured by CAF, Macosa, and MELCO between 1982 and 1984, the RENFE 251 is a significant part of Spanish railway heritage.

Its 1668 mm gauge and 3 kV DC electrical system make it perfectly suited for the unique requirements of the Spanish rail network.

CAF RENFE 251 technical specifications

Value
SeriesEF66
Built byCAF, Macosa, MELCO · 1982–198430 units
Top speed160 km/h99 mph
Power output3,900 kW5,230 hp
Tractive effort192 kN43,163 lbf
Electric systems
  • 3 kV DC
Track gauge1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in
UIC axle arrangementB'B'B'
Length20.7 m67 ft 11 in
Width3.19 m10 ft 6 in
Height4.28 m14 ft 1 in
Weight138 t304,238 lb
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Operators of the CAF RENFE 251

Railway companies that have operated the RENFE 251, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Renfe OperadoraRENFE 251Spain

CAF RENFE 251 photos

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