Macosa 432

Built by CAF, Macosa

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Weight

150 t

330,693 lb

Length

79.87 m

262 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,668 mm

Iberian gauge

Years built

1971

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'+2'2'+2'2'

Overview of the Macosa 432

Explore the history and specifications of the RENFE Class 432, a notable Spanish Electric Multiple Unit (EMU).

Built by CAF and Macosa in 1971, this versatile train boasts a top speed of 140 km/h and a seating capacity for 212 passengers. Its distinctive formation consists of three cars, with a single motor unit.

The RENFE Class 432 operates on a 1668 mm gauge and is equipped to handle both 1.5 kV DC and 3 kV DC electric systems. This robust design, with a train length of 79.87 meters and weighing 150 tons, has served Renfe Operadora effectively for years.

Discover more about this classic Spanish locomotive and its impressive dimensions, including a width of 2.95 meters and a height of 4.18 meters.

Macosa 432 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	CAF432
Built by	CAF, Macosa · 1971
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC 3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in	5 ft 5⅝ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'+2'2'+2'2'
Formation	3 cars (1M)
Capacity	212 seats
Train length	79.87 m262 ft 0 in	262 ft 0 in
Width	2.95 m9 ft 8 in	9 ft 8 in
Height	4.18 m13 ft 9 in	13 ft 9 in
Weight	150 t330,693 lb	330,693 lb