© trainspo.comCarde & Escoriaza AAB FHV
Built by Carde & Escoriaza, Siemens
Overview of the Carde & Escoriaza AAB FHV
Discover the AAB FHV railcar, a historic gem of the Sóller Railway in Spain.
Built by Carde & Escoriaza and Siemens in 1929, this electric railcar is a testament to early 20th-century engineering.
With a distinct Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and a 914 mm gauge, the AAB FHV offers a unique operational profile.
It features a 360 kW power output and a length of 13.54 meters, weighing in at 33 tons.
The interior comfortably accommodates passengers with 12 seats in 1st class and 24 seats in 2nd class.
Explore the legacy of this remarkable piece of railway history.
Carde & Escoriaza AAB FHV technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Carde & Escoriaza, Siemens · 1929 | |
| Power output | 360 kW483 hp | |
| Track gauge | 914 mmNarrow gauge3 ft 0 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Capacity | 1st class 12, 2nd class 24 seats | |
| Length | 13.54 m44 ft 5 in | |
| Weight | 33 t72,752 lb |
Operators of the Carde & Escoriaza AAB FHV
Railway companies that have operated the AAB FHV, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Sóller Railway | FS AAB FHV | Spain |
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