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The RENFE Class 252 is a family of electric locomotives built for Spain in the early 1990s by a consortium involving Siemens, Krauss-Maffei, CAF, and other manufacturers. Derived from Siemens' EuroSprinter technology, the class was supplied in versions compatible with Spain's conventional broad-gauge network and the standard-gauge high-speed network. Rated for speeds up to 220 km/h, the locomotives have worked long-distance passenger trains as well as freight services for RENFE.
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Why is RENFE Class 252 considered a EuroSprinter predecessor?
The Class 252 was developed from Siemens technology related to the German Class 120 and became an early foundation for the EuroSprinter family. Siemens and Krauss-Maffei supplied the original standard-gauge locomotives, with Spanish production involving CAF and Meinfesa.
Why were some RENFE Class 252 locomotives built for two track gauges?
RENFE ordered 75 locomotives for different parts of Spain's network: 15 for standard gauge and 60 for the 1,668 mm Iberian gauge. The standard-gauge units were intended for the new Madrid to Seville high-speed line.
What power and speed did the RENFE 252 deliver?
The class has a rated power of about 5,600 kW and a commercial maximum speed of 200 km/h. It can work under both 3 kV DC and 25 kV, 50 Hz AC on the appropriate versions.
Which older RENFE classes did the 252 replace on Iberian-gauge lines?
The Iberian-gauge Class 252 was intended to replace older RENFE Classes 276, 277, and 278. Its higher power and 200 km/h capability helped modernize long-distance passenger service.
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