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DESCRIPTION OF THE NETWORK 03 03 DESCRIPTION OF THE NETWORK 3.1. INTRODUCTION This chapter describes the main characteristics of the ADIF Managed Network that is available for Capacity Requests. 3.2. SCOPE OF THE ADIF MANAGED NETWORK The ADIF Managed Network basically consists of lines that, until the LSF took effect, were managed by the public company Spanish National Railways (RENFE) and the Infrastructure Management Authority (GIF), both for operations and construction. In accordance with that set forth in the ninth additional provision of the LSF, railway lines effectively closed to traffic as a consequence of the agreement of the Council of Ministers of 30 September, 1984 form an integral part of the REFIG. Ownership of these lines corresponds to the State and their management is the responsibility of ADIF. The economic-financial system foreseen in articles 22.2 of the LSF and 4.1 of the ADIF Statute is applicable for such lines. The aforementioned economic-financial system is compatible with collaboration agreements entered into with other Public Administrations, with full respect for the authority of each party intervening. The ADIF Managed Network is made up of lines of mostly mixed traffic (Freight and Passengers). It is formed by lines with three different track gauges: • Iberian (gauge (1,668 mm), which mainly covers the conventional network. • UIC Gauge (1,435 mm), mainly established on High Speed lines. • Metric gauge (1,000 mm), currently confined to the Cercedilla-Los Cotos 116 line. Some sections even have dual gauges (Iberian and UIC gauges), the latter consisting of three rail line sections. The main lines on the ADIF Managed Network have double tracks. They have more than two tracks on various approaches to large cities. The maps included in Annex G include information relating to the identification and location of the main stations and railway junctions on the ADIF Managed Network, as well as distances in kilometres between the main stations and railway junctions, with details of the different track types (single track and double track and electrified or non-electrified track). The contents of the Annexes are merely for information purposes. In the event of any discrepancy between the contents of these Annexes and the regulatory documents, the documents in the latter will take priority over those in the Annexes. A complementary NS document is available to RUs and Candidates, known as the Capacities Manual (CM), which is kept for consultation at the Planning and Capacity Management Office of the 54 DESCRIPTION OF THE NETWORK 03 Executive Traffic Office. This document contains all specific rules for awarding capacity that apply to each line on the Network. 3.2.1. GEOGRAPHIC LIMITS See Map 6. Annex G. 3.2.2. CONNECTED RAILWAY NETWORKS The ADIF Managed Network is connected to the network in Portugal (REFER), generally with Iberian gauge, via the borders at: Tuy, Fuentes de Oñoro, Valencia de Alcántara and Badajoz, and with the French network (RFF) at: Irún, Portbou and La Tour de Carol, even though transfer to the French network currently requires trains to change to UIC gauge. Lines included in the Trans-European Rail Freight Network (TERFN), as well as border points on the ADIF Managed Network with REFER and RFF networks can be consulted in Map 6, Annex G. NETWORK STATEMENT 2009 UPDATE ADIF 2009 UPDATE NETWORK STATEMENT 55 3.3. DESCRIPTION OF THE ADIF MANAGED NETWORK 3.3.1. GEOGRAPHIC IDENTIFICATION 3.3.1.1. Track Typologies The ADIF Managed Network is basically composed of: • Single non-electrified track. • Single electrified track. • Double non-electrified track. • Double electrified track. See Map 9. Annex G. 3.3.1.2. Track Gauges Map 9 in Annex G shows the track types that exist on the ADIF Managed Network. 3.3.1.3. Passenger Stations and Main Logistic Freight Facilities See Maps 2 and 3. Annex G. 3.3.2. CAPABILITIES 3.3.2.1. Loading gauge A. NationaL GAUGE. LOAD CONDITIONS • The Technical Instruction on Network Loading Gauges (1985 Edition) outlines applicable gauge specifications on the ADIF Managed Network. • General Instruction IG 66, Load Rules, sets out the rules to be observed by RUs for preparing loads in accordance with gauge measurements. The “Gauge Table” Figure includes diagrams of the main applicable loading gauges on the ADIF Managed Network. B. COMBINED Transport GAUGE Train operations involving the transport of Swap Bodies, Semi-Trailers and Containers and depending on the measurements and types of wagons used, are regulated by Instruction Series C No. 47 of 05/05/2006, together with Annexes 1, 2 and 3 of the latter. 56 DESCRIPTION OF THE NETWORK 03 C. EXCEPTIONAL Transport General Instruction IG 66, “Exceptional Transport” section, outlines the specifications applying to these types of transport. In particular, load measurements and infrastructure conditions leading to the consideration of traffic under this heading are outlined in General Instruction, GI 02, of 31/01/1995 or, failing this, the one in force at the time. For train operations with a loading gauge which is more than that admitted, the interested RU will submit a detailed description of the rolling stock and the freight and will request a specific study of the route desired from the Executive Safety Office at ADIF (See ADIF Contacts in section 1.8.). LOADING GAUGE TABLE IBERIAN GAUGE (1,668 mm) UIC GAUGE (1,435 mm) 800 1.250 525 Upper Parts 1.580 1.120 1.425 1.720 4.330 4.100 4.310 3.700 4.010 3.320 1.720 3.700 1.645 1.695 3.250 1.620 1.620 1.675 1.637 1.520 1.367 1.292 1.150 1.052 1.170 600 962 1.250 400 400 Running surface 130 80 130 100 Measurements in mm 784 Measurements in mm Lower Parts 834 UIC GAUGE (1,435 mm) 1.250 1.175 935 a (4) c b 45 130 100 80 73 100 60 d 36 e 37,5 (2) 30 (1) 130 (3) 58+(1–1435) (S) 155,5 (3) (1/2) 200 (3) Interior rail surface ADIF 2009 UPDATE NETWORK STATEMENT Measurements in mm 57 3.3.2.2. Weight Limits A. AXLE WEIGHT AND METRE RUN WEIGHT ADIF lines are classified into nine categories, whose defining characteristics are outlined in the following table, according to the weight admitted per axle or per metre run. AXLE WEIGHT AND METRE RUN WEIGHT MAXIMUM MASS LINE TYPE PER AXLE PER METRE A 16.0 t 5.0 t B1 18.0 t 5.0 t B2 18.0 t 6.4 t C2 20.0 t 6.4 t C3 20.0 t 7.2 t C4 20.0 t 8.0 t D2 22.5 t 6.4 t D3 22.5 t 7.2 t D4 22.5 t 8.0 t Most lines on the ADIF Managed Network are currently Class D4. Some specific restrictions do however exist which affect certain points and lines, and which can be consulted in the Operating Manual. B. MAXIMUM TRAILING WEIGHT The “Maximum Weight Table” is the official document that lays down the trailing weights for each locomotive on the various Network lines. It is available to RUs and other Candidates at the Planning and Capacity Management Office of the Executive Traffic Office. Maximum weight is generally determined on the basis of two parameters: • The most unfavourable line gradient on the train route. • The maximum locomotive weight, according to the line gradient above. 58 DESCRIPTION OF THE NETWORK 03 The maximum weight represents the weight a locomotive can technically pull in extreme operating conditions. Application of the maximum weight to trains may give rise, especially in diesel locomotives, to low running speeds, which may be incompatible with the operation or a reasonable use of track capacity. This is why, regardless of the maximum weight established, ADIF may set conditions or reject requests that lead to unsuitable speeds due to the weight proposed by the Candidate on a particular train path. 3.3.2.3. Line Gradients Map 7 in Annex G shows the line gradients on the most important sections of the network in both running directions. 3.3.2.4. Maximum Speeds A. TYPES OF ROLLING STOCK For the purposes of maximum speeds, rolling stock is classified into Types, relating to the following determining factors: • Maximum speed allowed for each vehicle. • Uncompensated acceleration admitted by vehicles, according to the following five classes considered: TYPES N A B C D Acceleration (m/s2) 0.65 1 1.2 1.5 1.8 Train types will correspond to the most unfavourable “Type” of any vehicles that form a train. B. MAXIMUM SPEED TABLE The “Table of Maximum Speeds and Permanent Information” is the official document outlining the maximum speeds allowed on each line. High speed lines allow speeds of up to 300 km/h and over. The main Conventional Network Iberian gauge lines generally admit speeds of between 160 and 200 km/h. NETWORK STATEMENT 2009 UPDATE ADIF 2009 UPDATE NETWORK STATEMENT Map 8 in Annex G includes a summary map of the maximum speeds for each route. 59 3.3.2.5. Maximum Train Lengths Station platform lengths, as well as operating conditions, are the basis for establishing the maximum train lengths on different lines. Maps 10 and 11 are included in Annex G, with the maximum train lengths allowed on each line, distinguishing between passenger and freight traffic. The latter includes the Conditional Length, use of which requires specific authorisation from the H24 Network Management Operating Centre at the ADIF Executive Traffic Office. 3.3.2.6. Power Supply The ADIF Managed Network has more than 8,000 km of electrified lines, two different voltage types being used: DIRECT CURRENT A rated voltage of 3,000 volts is generally used on the conventional network and 1,500 volts, as an exception, on the Metric Gauge.