Civia
2003 CAF/Siemens commuter train class / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Civia is a class of electric multiple unit trains built by CAF, Siemens and Alstom for the Renfe Cercanías commuter railway networks in Spain. The first units entered service in 2003.
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Civia 462, 463, 464 and 465 | |
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In service | 2003–present |
Manufacturer | CAF, Siemens and Alstom |
Constructed | 2002–2003, 2004–2010 |
Entered service | 2003 |
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Operators | Renfe (2003–2005, 2007–present) |
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Width | 2,940 mm (9 ft 7.75 in) |
Height | 4,265 mm (13 ft 11.91 in) |
Doors | 4 per car |
Maximum speed | 120 km/h (75 mph) |
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Electric system(s) | 3 kV DC (nominal) from overhead catenary |
Current collector(s) | Pantograph |
Safety system(s) | ASFA, ASFA Digital, ERTMS |
Track gauge | 1,668 mm (5 ft 5+21⁄32 in) Iberian gauge |
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The Civia train concept was created with passenger comfort and build quality in mind, and to meet the goals of reliability, frequency and punctuality. They have better provision for disabled passengers than older Cercanías trains.