Decauville X 2400

Built by Renault, Decauville

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

456 kW

612 hp

Weight

43 t

94,799 lb

Length

27.73 m

91 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1951–1955

79 units

Overview of the Decauville X 2400

Explore the X 2400, an iconic French railcar with a rich operational history across various railway companies.

Built by Renault and Decauville between 1951 and 1955, this 27.73-meter-long, 43-ton railcar is capable of speeds up to 120 km/h.

With a power output of 456 kW and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the X 2400 has served the SNCF, Chemin de fer du Haut Forez, Chemins de fer de Haute-Auvergne, and Train Touristique de la Vallée du Loir, showcasing its adaptability.

Discover the engineering and heritage of this remarkable piece of French railway history.

Decauville X 2400 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Renault, Decauville · 1951–195579 units
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	456 kW612 hp	612 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	1 cars (1M)
Length	27.73 m91 ft 0 in	91 ft 0 in
Weight	43 t94,799 lb	94,799 lb

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Operators of the Decauville X 2400

Railway companies that have operated the X 2400, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Chemin de fer du Haut Forez	CFHF X 2400	France
Chemins de fer de Haute-Auvergne	CFHA X 2400	France
French National Railway Corporation	SNCF X 2400	France
Train Touristique de la Vallée du Loir	TTVL X 2400	France