© trainspo.comEMD G16
Built by EMD, Macosa
Overview of the EMD G16
Discover the versatile G16 diesel locomotive, a robust workhorse that has proven its worth in Spanish rail transport for decades.
This locomotive, also known as RENFE 319.0, was manufactured by EMD and Macosa between 1965 and 1973 in over 100 units and is characterized by its powerful Co'Co' axle arrangement.
With a top speed of 120 km/h and a gauge of 1668 mm, the G16 is ideally suited for freight and passenger transport on the Spanish broad-gauge network.
Its impressive dimensions of 19.55 meters in length, 2.8 meters in width, and 4.23 meters in height make it an imposing presence on the tracks.
The G16 represents the reliability and endurance of a classic diesel locomotive.
EMD G16 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | EMD G16 | |
| Built by | EMD, Macosa · 1965–1973103 units | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 19.55 m64 ft 2 in | |
| Width | 2.8 m9 ft 2 in | |
| Height | 4.23 m13 ft 11 in |
Operators of the EMD G16
Railway companies that have operated the G16, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Renfe Operadora | RENFE 319.0 | Spain |
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