© trainspo.comAdtranz BVG HK
Built by Adtranz, Bombardier
Overview of the Adtranz BVG HK
Discover the impressive BVG HK, an electric multiple unit (EMU) designed for urban transit.
This robust train was built by Adtranz and Bombardier between 1996 and 1999, serving as a key component of the Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) in Germany.
The BVG HK boasts a top speed of 60 km/h and a length of 51.59 meters, making it perfectly suited for efficient city transportation.
Operating on 750 V DC via a third rail, this four-car (4M) formation is a reliable workhorse for public transport. Its width of 2.3 meters showcases efficient engineering for urban mobility.
Adtranz BVG HK technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Adtranz, Bombardier · 1999 | |
| Top speed | 60 km/h37 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Formation | 4 cars (4M) | |
| Train length | 51.59 m169 ft 3 in | |
| Width | 2.3 m7 ft 7 in |
Operators of the Adtranz BVG HK
Railway companies that have operated the BVG HK, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe | BVG HK | Germany |
Adtranz BVG HK photos
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