© trainspo.comRenault X 2400
Built by Renault, Decauville
Overview of the Renault X 2400
Explore the iconic X 2400 railcars, a series of robust locomotives built in France by Renault and Decauville between 1951 and 1955.
These dependable machines were designed to reach a top speed of 120 km/h, leaving a lasting impression with their versatility and reliability.
Measuring 27.73 meters in length and weighing 43 tons, the X 2400 railcars boast a power output of 456 kW, enabling efficient travel on standard 1435 mm gauge railways.
These railcars served with various French railway networks, including Chemins de fer de Haute-Auvergne (CFHA), Chemin de fer du Haut Forez (CFHF), the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF), and the Train Touristique de la Vallée du Loir (TTVL), highlighting their significant role in French railway history and their sustained passenger service.
The X 2400 railcars represent an effective and historical mode of rail transport, preserving a valuable legacy for railway enthusiasts and those with a sense of nostalgia.
Renault X 2400 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Renault, Decauville · 1951–195579 units | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 456 kW612 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 1 cars (1M) | |
| Length | 27.73 m91 ft 0 in | |
| Weight | 43 t94,799 lb |
Operators of the Renault X 2400
Railway companies that have operated the X 2400, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Chemin de fer du Haut Forez | CFHF X 2400 | France |
| Chemins de fer de Haute-Auvergne | CFHA X 2400 | France |
| French National Railway Corporation | SNCF X 2400 | France |
| Train Touristique de la Vallée du Loir | TTVL X 2400 | France |
Renault X 2400 photos
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