© trainspo.comFiat RENFE 443
Built by CAF, Fiat, Ansaldo
Overview of the Fiat RENFE 443
Discover the RENFE 443, a distinguished electric multiple unit (EMU) that has served Spain with distinction.
Built by CAF, Fiat, and Ansaldo in 1976, this high-speed train, also known as the ETR 401 series, boasts a top speed of 180 km/h, making it a capable performer on the Iberian railway network.
With a formation of 4 cars (2M) and a capacity for 167 seats, the RENFE 443 is designed for comfortable passenger transport. Its robust construction and operational features, including a train length of 107.2 meters, highlight its suitability for demanding routes.
The RENFE 443 operates on a 1668 mm gauge, a characteristic that defines its presence within the Spanish railway system. Its power output of 1760 kW ensures efficient operation and performance.
Fiat RENFE 443 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | ETR 401 | |
| Built by | CAF, Fiat, Ansaldo · 19761 units | |
| Top speed | 180 km/h112 mph | |
| Power output | 1,760 kW2,360 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in | |
| Formation | 4 cars (2M) | |
| Capacity | 167 seats | |
| Train length | 107.2 m351 ft 8 in | |
| Width | 2.85 m9 ft 4 in | |
| Height | 3.27 m10 ft 9 in |
Operators of the Fiat RENFE 443
Railway companies that have operated the RENFE 443, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Renfe Operadora | RENFE 443 | Spain |
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