© trainspo.comMeinfesa J16 CW/AC
Built by Macosa, Meinfesa
Overview of the Meinfesa J16 CW/AC
Explore the J16 CW/AC locomotive, a robust diesel engine that has served in Spain and Saudi Arabia.
Built between 1984 and 1992, this locomotive boasts a top speed of 120 km/h and an impressive power output of 1390 kW.
Also known as the RENFE 319, the J16 CW/AC represents excellent railway engineering.
Measuring 19.5 meters long and weighing 112 tons, it has been utilized by various companies, including ADIF, Acciona Rail Services, and Renfe Operadora, showcasing its versatility.
Browse our gallery to see numerous images of this iconic locomotive in action and in its diverse liveries.
Meinfesa J16 CW/AC technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | RENFE 319 | |
| Built by | Macosa, Meinfesa · 1984–199258 units | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 1,390 kW1,864 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 236 kN53,055 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1668 mm, 1435 mm | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 19.5 m64 ft 0 in | |
| Width | 3.08 m10 ft 1 in | |
| Height | 4.14 m13 ft 7 in | |
| Weight | 112 t246,917 lb |
Operators of the Meinfesa J16 CW/AC
Railway companies that have operated the J16 CW/AC, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Unidad de Gestión Operativa Ferroviaria de Emergencia | UGOFE 319.2 | Argentina |
| Saudi Railways Organization | SRO 319.2 | Saudi Arabia |
| Acciona Rail Services S.A. | ARS 319.2 | Spain |
| Administrador de Infraestructuras Ferroviarias | ADIF 319.2 | Spain |
| Captrain España | CTES 319.2 | Spain |
| Continental Rail | Continental Rail 319.2 | Spain |
| Ferrovial Agroman | Ferrovial 319.2 | Spain |
| Grupo COMSA / COMSA EMTE | COMSA 319.2 | Spain |
| Gruppo Azvi | Azvi 319.2 | Spain |
| Renfe Operadora | RENFE 319.2 | Spain |
| Tracción Rail | Tracción Rail 319.2 | Spain |
Meinfesa J16 CW/AC photos
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