Macosa RENFE 301

Built by MTM, Macosa

Top speed

50 km/h

31 mph

Power output

56 kW

75 hp

Weight

25 t

55,116 lb

Length

6.78 m

22 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,668 mm

Iberian gauge

Years built

1960–1963

46 units

Overview of the Macosa RENFE 301

Explore the RENFE 301, a robust diesel locomotive from Spain.

Built between 1960 and 1963 by MTM and Macosa, this locomotive is characterized by its solid 0-4-0 configuration and a gauge of 1668 mm. With a top speed of 50 km/h and a power output of 56 kW, the RENFE 301 is ideal for shunting and light traction duties.

This locomotive, with a length of 6.78 meters and a weight of 25 tons, has been operated by Renfe Operadora and is also found with private owners in Spain.

The RENFE 301 represents a piece of Spanish railway history and remains a valuable workhorse.

Macosa RENFE 301 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	MTM, Macosa · 1960–196346 units
Top speed	50 km/h31 mph	31 mph
Power output	56 kW75 hp	75 hp
Track gauge	1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in	5 ft 5⅝ in
UIC axle arrangement	B'
Whyte notation	0-4-0
Length	6.78 m22 ft 3 in	22 ft 3 in
Weight	25 t55,116 lb	55,116 lb