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Electric multiple unit

ABB UT-500

Built by CAF, ABB

Top speed
80 km/h
50 mph
Power output
2,880 kW
3,862 hp
Track gauge
1,000 mm
Metre gauge
Years built
1994–1996

Overview of the ABB UT-500

Explore the UT-500 series, modern electric multiple units (EMUs) designed for the Bilbao Metro in Spain.

Built by CAF and ABB between 1994 and 1996, these reliable trains operate on a 1000 mm gauge and reach a top speed of 80 km/h.

With an impressive power output of 2880 kW and operating on 1.5 kV DC electric systems, the UT-500 ensures efficient and comfortable passenger transport.

Discover the advanced engineering and practical design of the UT-500, a key part of the Metro Bilbao's operational fleet.

ABB UT-500 technical specifications

Value
Built byCAF, ABB · 1994–1996
Top speed80 km/h50 mph
Power output2,880 kW3,862 hp
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in
Width2.8 m9 ft 2 in
Height3.85 m12 ft 8 in
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Operators of the ABB UT-500

Railway companies that have operated the UT-500, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Bilbao MetroMetro Bilbao UT-500Spain

ABB UT-500 photos

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