© trainspo.comSACM X 2720
Built by De Dietrich, SACM
Overview of the SACM X 2720
Discover the X 2720, a classic French Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU)
that served the Chemin de fer de Haute-Auvergne.
Built by De Dietrich and SACM between 1955 and 1956,
this distinctive locomotive boasted a top speed of 140 km/h.
Its formation typically comprised two cars, configured as a Motor-Trailer (1M1T),
making it an efficient and versatile railcar for its era.
Explore the history and charm of the CFHA X 2720,
a piece of French railway heritage.
See this iconic DMU in action and learn more about its operational career.
SACM X 2720 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | De Dietrich, SACM · 1955–195618 units | |
| Top speed | 140 km/h87 mph | |
| Formation | 2 cars (1M1T) |
Operators of the SACM X 2720
Railway companies that have operated the X 2720, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Chemins de fer de Haute-Auvergne | CFHA X 2720 | France |
SACM X 2720 photos
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