SNCF Class Y 8400

This class of small shunters has 150 members. They were delivered by Arbel Fauvet Rail in the early 1990s and seem to have been spread across France. They have the 0-4-0 ("B") wheel arrangement, 200 kW diesel engines and hydraulic transmission.

Power typeDiesel

Power typeDiesel

Builder Arbel Fauvet Rail

Build date1990–1995

Quick facts Class Y8400, Type and origin ...

Class Y8400
Y 8502 in "Arzens" livery near Albertville
Type and origin Power type Diesel Builder Arbel Fauvet Rail Build date 1990–1995 Total produced 150
Specifications Configuration: ​  • Whyte 0-4-0  • UIC B Gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) standard gauge Length 10.14 m (33 ft 3 in) Loco weight 36 tonnes (35 long tons; 40 short tons) Fuel type Diesel Prime mover Poyaud V12 Engine type V12 Diesel Transmission Hydraulic
Performance figures Maximum speed 60 km/h (37 mph) Power output 205 kW (275 hp)
Career Operators SNCF Class Y8400 Number in class 150 (at 2005) Numbers Y8401–Y8550

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