CAF RENFE 431

Built by BBC, Schlieren

Top speed

40 km/h

25 mph

Power output

300 kW

402 hp

Weight

50 t

110,231 lb

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1923–1936

Overview of the CAF RENFE 431

Discover the RENFE 431, a historic Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) designed for the Spanish railway network.

These impressive trains, built between 1923 and 1936 by BBC and Schlieren, were later modernized by CAF.

With a 1000 mm gauge and a top speed of 40 km/h, the RENFE 431 once provided a reliable transport solution.

Its considerable dimensions of 32.92 m in length, 2.65 m in width, and 3.5 m in height, along with a weight of 50 tons, speak to its robust construction.

Powered by a 1.5 kV DC electric system and boasting a power output of 300 kW, it played a significant role in Spanish railway history.

CAF RENFE 431 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	BBC, Schlieren · 1923–1936
Refurbished	CAF
Top speed	40 km/h25 mph	25 mph
Power output	300 kW402 hp	402 hp
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
Car length	32.92 m108 ft 0 in	108 ft 0 in
Width	2.65 m8 ft 8 in	8 ft 8 in
Height	3.5 m11 ft 6 in	11 ft 6 in
Weight	50 t110,231 lb	110,231 lb