Socofer X 240

Built by CFD, Moteurs Poyaud, Socofer

Top speed

85 km/h

53 mph

Power output

177 kW

237 hp

Length

18.28 m

60 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1983–1984

2 units

Overview of the Socofer X 240

Discover the X 240 railcar, a charming vehicle from the Chemin de Fer du Blanc-Argent in France.

Built between 1983 and 1984 by CFD, Moteurs Poyaud, and Socofer, this railcar boasts a capacity of 54 seats.

It operates on a 1000 mm gauge track and reaches a top speed of 85 km/h, making it well-suited for scenic routes.

With a length of 18.28 meters and a width of 2.58 meters, the X 240 efficiently combines comfort and functionality for regional railway transport.

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	X 5000
Built by	CFD, Moteurs Poyaud, Socofer · 1983–19842 units
Top speed	85 km/h53 mph	53 mph
Power output	177 kW237 hp	237 hp
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
Capacity	54 seats
Length	18.28 m60 ft 0 in	60 ft 0 in
Width	2.58 m8 ft 6 in	8 ft 6 in
Height	3.27 m10 ft 9 in	10 ft 9 in