Meinfesa RENFE 310.1

Built by Meinfesa

Top speed

110 km/h

68 mph

Power output

598 kW

802 hp

Weight

78 t

171,960 lb

Length

12.55 m

41 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,668 mm

Iberian gauge

Years built

1989–1991

Overview of the Meinfesa RENFE 310.1

Explore the RENFE 310.1 locomotive, a powerful piece of Spanish railway engineering.

Built by Meinfesa between 1989 and 1991, this diesel locomotive has a distinguished history, serving with both the Catalonian Government Railways and Renfe Operadora.

Boasting a top speed of 110 km/h and a tractive effort of 132 kN, the RENFE 310.1 is known for its robust performance and reliability.

With a gauge of 1668 mm and a Bo'Bo' axle arrangement, this 78-ton locomotive is well-suited for various operational demands.

The RENFE 310.1 represents a significant era in diesel locomotive technology, embodying efficiency and enduring capability on the tracks.

Discover the details of this impressive locomotive, a testament to Meinfesa's engineering prowess and its lasting impact on railways.

Meinfesa RENFE 310.1 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	SW1001
Built by	Meinfesa · 1989–1991
Refurbished	Meinfesa 2004 (4)
Top speed	110 km/h68 mph	68 mph
Power output	598 kW802 hp	802 hp
Tractive effort	132 kN29,675 lbf	29,675 lbf
Prime mover	EMD 8-645E
Track gauge	1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in	5 ft 5⅝ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	12.55 m41 ft 2 in	41 ft 2 in
Width	3.08 m10 ft 1 in	10 ft 1 in
Height	4.3 m14 ft 1 in	14 ft 1 in
Weight	78 t171,960 lb	171,960 lb