© trainspo.comMTM RENFE 250
Built by MTM, CAF, BBC
Overview of the MTM RENFE 250
Discover the RENFE 250, an electric locomotive that stands as a pillar of rail traction in Spain.
Designed for Renfe Operadora, this locomotive is an example of robustness and performance.
With a notable power output of 4600 kW and a top speed of 160 km/h, the RENFE 250 is capable of handling both passenger and freight transport with agility and strength.
Its 1668 mm gauge and C'C' wheel configuration ensure optimal stability and adhesion on various routes.
Born from the collaboration between MTM, CAF, and BBC, this locomotive embodies engineering excellence and Spanish railway tradition.
With a length of 20 meters and a weight of 124 tons, it demonstrates a construction solidity designed to last.
Through a gallery of images, you can admire the RENFE 250 in different settings, capturing its majesty.
This locomotive is a tribute to the innovation and history of Spanish railways, a true symbol of technical progress.
MTM RENFE 250 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | MTM, CAF, BBC | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Power output | 4,600 kW6,169 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | C'C' | |
| Length | 20 m65 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 3.13 m10 ft 3 in | |
| Height | 3.82 m12 ft 6 in | |
| Weight | 124 t273,373 lb |
Operators of the MTM RENFE 250
Railway companies that have operated the RENFE 250, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Renfe Operadora | RENFE 250 | Spain |
MTM RENFE 250 photos
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