© trainspo.comTCR Villaverde RENFE 596
Built by Macosa, Alsthom
Overview of the TCR Villaverde RENFE 596
Discover the RENFE 596, a versatile railcar operated by Renfe Operadora in Spain.
These units, built by Macosa and Alsthom between 1987 and 1989, offer a seating capacity of 56 passengers and can reach a top speed of 120 km/h.
With a length of 24.26 meters and a gauge of 1668 mm, they are well-suited for regional routes.
The RENFE 596 has proven to be a reliable rail vehicle and underwent extensive refurbishment between 1996 and 2000.
TCR Villaverde RENFE 596 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | FIAT593 | |
| Built by | Macosa, Alsthom · 1987–1989 | |
| Refurbished | TCR Villaverde 1996 - 2000 (25) | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 412 kW553 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | (1A)'(A1)' | |
| Formation | 1 cars | |
| Capacity | 56 seats | |
| Length | 24.26 m79 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 2.91 m9 ft 7 in | |
| Height | 4.58 m15 ft 0 in | |
| Weight | 51 t112,436 lb |
Operators of the TCR Villaverde RENFE 596
Railway companies that have operated the RENFE 596, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Renfe Operadora | RENFE 596 | Spain |
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