Macosa RENFE 596

Built by Macosa, Alsthom

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

412 kW

553 hp

Weight

51 t

112,436 lb

Length

24.26 m

79 ft 7 in

Track gauge

1,668 mm

Iberian gauge

Years built

1987–1989

Overview of the Macosa RENFE 596

Discover the RENFE 596 railcar, a versatile single-car unit primarily operated by Renfe Operadora in Spain.

Built by Macosa and Alsthom between 1987 and 1989, this model features a compact design with a length of 24.26 meters and a width of 2.91 meters.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and a capacity of 56 seats, the RENFE 596 is well-suited for regional and commuter services on the 1668 mm Iberian gauge network.

Refurbished between 1996 and 2000, these railcars continue to serve effectively, boasting a power output of 412 kW and a weight of 51 tonnes.

Macosa RENFE 596 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	FIAT593
Built by	Macosa, Alsthom · 1987–1989
Refurbished	TCR Villaverde 1996 - 2000 (25)
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	412 kW553 hp	553 hp
Track gauge	1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in	5 ft 5⅝ in
UIC axle arrangement	(1A)'(A1)'
Formation	1 cars
Capacity	56 seats
Length	24.26 m79 ft 7 in	79 ft 7 in
Width	2.91 m9 ft 7 in	9 ft 7 in
Height	4.58 m15 ft 0 in	15 ft 0 in
Weight	51 t112,436 lb	112,436 lb