Overview:-
- Velaro E is the Spanish version of Velaro E high speed trains developed by German engineering company Siemens. In Spain, Velaro trains are named as AVS 103. The Velaro E operates between Barcelona and Madrid. The train run at a maximum speed of 217.4 mph. Velaro E trains can take passengers from Barcelona to Madrid in just 2 hours and 30 minutes. During trails Velaro E achieved a top speed of 250.84 mph.
- The Spanish National Railways ordered the high speed Velaro E trains in 2001. They began this high speed train service in June 2007. Velaro E has 8 passenger cars and a seating capacity of 404.