MTE Z 5176

Built by Carel et Fouché, MTE

Top speed

80 km/h

50 mph

Power output

440 kW

590 hp

Weight

77 t

169,756 lb

Length

45.7 m

149 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1958

7 units

Overview of the MTE Z 5176

Explore the Z 5176, a historic suburban train designed for the SNCF.

Built by Carel et Fouché in 1958 and refurbished in 1985, this Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) played a key role in French railway operations.

Featuring a 2-car formation, the Z 5176 boasts a top speed of 80 km/h and a power output of 440 kW, making it an efficient service provider.

This iconic locomotive measures 45.7 meters in length and weighs 77 tons, running on a standard gauge of 1435 mm and powered by 750 V DC via a third rail.

MTE Z 5176 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Carel et Fouché, MTE · 19587 units
Refurbished	1985
Top speed	80 km/h50 mph	50 mph
Power output	440 kW590 hp	590 hp
Electric systems	750 V DC (3rd rail)
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	2 cars (1M)
Train length	45.7 m149 ft 11 in	149 ft 11 in
Weight	77 t169,756 lb	169,756 lb