© trainspo.comCarde y Escoriaza EuskoTren MAB
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Overview of the Carde y Escoriaza EuskoTren MAB
Explore the EuskoTren MAB, a historic electric multiple unit from Spain's Basque Railways. Built by Carde y Escoriaza in 1928, this single-car unit (1M) is a fascinating piece of early 20th-century railway engineering.
Operating on a 1000 mm gauge and powered by 1.5 kV DC, the EuskoTren MAB offers 306 kW of power. It has a capacity of 32 seats and a top speed of 60 km/h, making it well-suited for regional routes.
With a car length of 16.25 meters and weighing 33 tons, this locomotive is an iconic symbol of EuskoTren's heritage and the history of rail transport in Spain.
Carde y Escoriaza EuskoTren MAB technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Carde y Escoriaza · 192815 units | |
| Top speed | 60 km/h37 mph | |
| Power output | 306 kW410 hp | |
| Electric systems |
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| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| Formation | 1 cars (1M) | |
| Capacity | 32 seats | |
| Car length | 16.25 m53 ft 4 in | |
| Weight | 33 t72,752 lb |
Operators of the Carde y Escoriaza EuskoTren MAB
Railway companies that have operated the EuskoTren MAB, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Basque Railways | EuskoTren MAB | Spain |
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