© trainspo.comABB A3E
Built by ABB, AEG, O&K, Siemens, WU
Overview of the ABB A3E
Discover the BVG A3E, an electric multiple unit (EMU) renowned for its service in Germany.
This versatile train, classified as a BVG A3E, has been a workhorse for the Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe.
Built by a consortium of prominent manufacturers including ABB, AEG, O&K, Siemens, and WU, the A3E boasts a robust construction and reliable performance.
Its standard gauge of 1435 mm ensures compatibility with extensive railway networks.
The BVG A3E operates on a 750 V DC third rail system, delivering a power output of 712 kW.
With a top speed of 62 km/h, it is perfectly suited for urban and suburban transportation needs.
Its dimensions, including a width of 2.3 meters and a height of 3.18 meters, are optimized for efficient operation within its operational environment.
Explore the efficiency and durability of this German-engineered EMU.
ABB A3E technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | BVG A3 | |
| Built by | ABB, AEG, O&K, Siemens, WU | |
| Top speed | 62 km/h39 mph | |
| Power output | 712 kW955 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Width | 2.3 m7 ft 7 in | |
| Height | 3.18 m10 ft 5 in |
Operators of the ABB A3E
Railway companies that have operated the A3E, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe | BVG A3E | Germany |
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