Ferrocarriles Vascongados UT-3150

Built by Alsthom, Ferrocarriles Vascongados, GE

Top speed

70 km/h

43 mph

Power output

426 kW

571 hp

Weight

34 t

74,957 lb

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1962–1967

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Ferrocarriles Vascongados UT-3150

Explore the captivating UT-3150 EMU, a notable member of the EuskoTren 3150 class, serving in Spain with Basque Railways.

Built between 1962 and 1967 by Alsthom, Ferrocarriles Vascongados, and GE, this electric multiple unit showcases robust engineering on its 1000 mm gauge.

Refurbished between 1989 and 1990, the UT-3150 continues its operational life, demonstrating reliable performance with a top speed of 70 km/h and a power output of 426 kW.

Key specifications include a Bo'Bo' axle arrangement, a car length of 17.1 meters, and a weight of 34 tons. Its electric systems operate on 1.5 kV DC, making it an efficient and capable unit.

Ferrocarriles Vascongados UT-3150 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Alsthom, Ferrocarriles Vascongados, GE · 1962–1967
Refurbished	1989 - 1990
Top speed	70 km/h43 mph	43 mph
Power output	426 kW571 hp	571 hp
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Car length	17.1 m56 ft 1 in	56 ft 1 in
Width	2.5 m8 ft 2 in	8 ft 2 in
Height	3.45 m11 ft 4 in	11 ft 4 in
Weight	34 t74,957 lb	74,957 lb