ABB BVG A3L82

Discover the BVG A3L82, a classic electric multiple unit (EMU) that has been a part of Berlin's public transport since 1982.

This series, also known as the BVG A3, was built by reputable manufacturers including ABB, AEG, O&K, Siemens, and WU, and stands as an icon of urban transit.

With a top speed of 60 km/h, the BVG A3L82 offers seating for 52 passengers and operates in a two-car formation.

Its standard gauge is 1435 mm, and the B'B'+B'B' axle arrangement ensures stable and efficient performance.

Each car measures 12.53 meters, resulting in a total train length of 25.66 meters. The dimensions of 2.3 meters width and 3.18 meters height are perfectly suited for Berlin's infrastructure.

Powered by 750 V DC through a third rail, this unit delivers an output of 400 kW, representing reliability and efficiency.

The BVG A3L82 is an important piece of Berlin's transportation history, found in service with Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) in Germany.