description RENFE 269 Overview
RENFE Class 269 is a large family of Bo-Bo electric locomotives built for Spain's 1,668 mm Iberian-gauge network from the 1970s onward. Constructed in Spain by CAF and other manufacturers under Mitsubishi electrical designs, the class works from 3,000-volt direct-current overhead supply. Numerous subseries served both passenger and freight traffic, making the family a long-standing presence across RENFE's conventional electrified network.
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What gauge does the RENFE Class 269 use?
RENFE Class 269 locomotives were built for Spain's 1,668 mm Iberian-gauge network. This gauge is wider than the 1,435 mm standard gauge used on most European main lines.
What electrical system powers the RENFE Class 269?
The Class 269 operates from 3,000-volt direct-current overhead wires. It is an electric locomotive and does not use a diesel engine for traction.
When was the RENFE Class 269 built?
The class was built from the 1970s onward in a large family of versions. Construction involved Spanish manufacturers including CAF, using Mitsubishi electrical designs.
What does Bo-Bo mean for a locomotive such as the RENFE 269?
Bo-Bo describes four powered axles arranged in two separate two-axle bogies. The RENFE Class 269 uses this arrangement for Spain's Iberian-gauge electric network.
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