© trainspo.comMTE X 1500
Built by ANF, MTE
Overview of the MTE X 1500
Explore the X 1500, a versatile service unit built in 1993 by ANF and MTE.
This rolling stock is perfectly suited for the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF), boasting a top speed of 160 km/h.
Its 2-car formation, 660 kW power output, and 60.8-meter train length make it an efficient choice for various missions.
Operating on standard 1435 mm gauge, the X 1500 exemplifies French railway engineering and is ideal for operations on the national network, ready to meet service demands with reliability and performance.
MTE X 1500 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | ANF, MTE · 19931 units | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Power output | 660 kW885 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 2 cars | |
| Train length | 60.8 m199 ft 6 in |
Operators of the MTE X 1500
Railway companies that have operated the X 1500, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| French National Railway Corporation | SNCF X 1500 | France |
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