© trainspo.comCAF RENFE 593 Chile
Built by B&W, CAF
Overview of the CAF RENFE 593 Chile
Discover the RENFE 593 Chile, a significant Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) operating in Chile.
These robust trains, designated EFE 593, were manufactured by CAF between 1982 and 1984.
Designed for the 1676 mm gauge railway network, they boast a top speed of 120 km/h and a substantial power output of 648 kW.
Typically configured in a two-car formation (2M), the RENFE 593 Chile plays a vital role for Empresa de los Ferrocarriles del Estado (EFE).
With dimensions optimized for their track gauge, including a width of 2.91 m and a height of 4.06 m, these locomotives are a key part of Chile's rail infrastructure.
CAF RENFE 593 Chile technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | CAF 593 | |
| Built by | B&W, CAF · 1982–1984 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 648 kW869 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 2 cars (2M) | |
| Width | 2.91 m9 ft 7 in | |
| Height | 4.06 m13 ft 4 in |
Operators of the CAF RENFE 593 Chile
Railway companies that have operated the RENFE 593 Chile, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Empresa de los Ferrocarriles del Estado | EFE 593 | Chile |
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