© trainspo.comMacosa RENFE 446
Built by CAF, Macosa, MTM
Overview of the Macosa RENFE 446
Discover the RENFE 446, a versatile Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that serves the Spanish rail network.
Built by CAF, Macosa, and MTM between 1989 and 1993, this reliable train operates on a broad 1668 mm gauge.
With a sleek 3-car formation and a powerful 2400 kW electric system, it achieves a top speed of 100 km/h.
The RENFE 446 offers a comfortable capacity of 240 seats and a train length of 76 meters.
Its robust design and operational efficiency make it a key component of Renfe Operadora's fleet, essential for passenger transport.
Macosa RENFE 446 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | RENFE 446 | |
| Built by | CAF, Macosa, MTM · 1989–1993170 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 2,400 kW3,218 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+2'2'+Bo'Bo | |
| Formation | 3 cars (2M) | |
| Capacity | 240 seats | |
| Train length | 76 m249 ft 4 in | |
| Width | 2.94 m9 ft 8 in | |
| Height | 4.18 m13 ft 9 in | |
| Weight | 167 t368,172 lb |
Operators of the Macosa RENFE 446
Railway companies that have operated the RENFE 446, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Renfe Operadora | RENFE 446 | Spain |
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