© trainspo.comRenault X 3800
Built by ANF, De Dietrich, Renault, SACM
Overview of the Renault X 3800
Discover the iconic X 3800 railcar, a versatile diesel multiple unit that served extensively across France.
Built between 1950 and 1961 by renowned manufacturers like ANF, De Dietrich, Renault, and SACM, the X 3800 was a staple of regional and local rail transport.
With a top speed of 120 km/h and a robust 250 kW power output, these railcars were designed for efficiency and reliability on the 1435 mm gauge network.
Measuring 21.85 meters in length, the X 3800 played a vital role in connecting communities and facilitating passenger travel for decades, operating under the French National Railway Corporation (SNCF) and various regional operators.
Its distinctive design and enduring legacy make the X 3800 a celebrated piece of railway history.
Renault X 3800 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | ANF, De Dietrich, Renault, SACM · 1950–1961 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 250 kW335 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Length | 21.85 m71 ft 8 in | |
| Width | 3.09 m10 ft 2 in | |
| Height | 3.95 m13 ft 0 in | |
| Weight | 32 t70,548 lb |
Operators of the Renault X 3800
Railway companies that have operated the X 3800, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Chemin de Fer Touristique de Trois Vallees | CFV3V X 3800 | Belgium |
| Autorails Bourgogne Franche-Comté | ABFC X 3800 | France |
| Chemin de fer Charente-Limousine | CFCL X 3800 | France |
| Chemin de Fer Touristique du Bréda | CFTB X 3800 | France |
| French National Railway Corporation | SNCF X 3800 | France |
| Tourisme Ferroviaire de la Brie Champenoise à l'Omois | TFBCO X 3800 | France |
Renault X 3800 photos
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