© trainspo.comAdtranz Regio-Shuttle RS1
Built by Adtranz, Stadler
Overview of the Adtranz Regio-Shuttle RS1
Discover the Regio-Shuttle RS1, a modern and versatile railcar designed for regional rail services. Manufactured by Adtranz and Stadler since 1995, it offers a reliable solution for passenger transport.
With a top speed of 120 km/h and a capacity of 68 second-class seats, the RS1 is well-suited for low to medium-density lines. Its thoughtful design and technical features make it a preferred choice for many rail operators.
This railcar is used by various companies in Germany and the Czech Republic, such as Deutsche Bahn, Czech Railways, and many others. Its 1435 mm gauge and B'B' UIC classification reflect its standardized design, facilitating integration into different networks.
The Regio-Shuttle RS1 stands out with its 514 kW power output, a length of 25.5 meters, and a width of 2.9 meters, providing an optimal balance between performance and passenger comfort. Its weight of 40 tons ensures good stability on the tracks.
This light rail vehicle, often seen on secondary lines, is a key player in regional rail transport, contributing to sustainable and efficient mobility for local communities.
Adtranz Regio-Shuttle RS1 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Family | Regio-Shuttle | |
| Built by | Adtranz, Stadler · 1995 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 514 kW689 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'B' | |
| Capacity | 68, 2nd class 68 seats | |
| Length | 25.5 m83 ft 8 in | |
| Width | 2.9 m9 ft 6 in | |
| Height | 3.7 m12 ft 2 in | |
| Weight | 40 t88,185 lb |
Operators of the Adtranz Regio-Shuttle RS1
Railway companies that have operated the Regio-Shuttle RS1, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Railways | ČD 840 | Czechia |
| Czech Railways | ČD 841 | Czechia |
| Abello Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH | Abellio 650 | Germany |
| Agilis (BeNEX GmbH) | BeNEX 650 | Germany |
| Bodensee-Oberschwaben-Bahn GmbH | BOBFN VT 63 | Germany |
| Breisgau-S-Bahn-Gesellschaft | BSB VT 001 | Germany |
| City Bahn Chemnitz GmbH | CBC VT 500 | Germany |
| Deutsche Bahn AG | DB 650 | Germany |
| Eisenbahn Gesellschaft Potsdam mbH | EGP 650 | Germany |
| Eisenbahn-Bau- und Betriebsgesellschaft Pressnitztalbahn | PRESS 650 | Germany |
| Erfurter Bahn GmbH | EIB 650 | Germany |
| Erfurter Bahn GmbH | EIB VT 001 | Germany |
| Hohenzollerische Landesbahn AG | HzL VT 200 | Germany |
| Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn GmbH (Veolia Verkehr) | MRB VT 001 | Germany |
| Niederbarnimer Eisenbahn | NEB 650 | Germany |
| Ortenau-S-Bahn | OSB VT 500 | Germany |
| Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn GmbH | ODEG VT 650 | Germany |
| Prignitzer Eisenbahn Arriva AG | PEG VT 650 | Germany |
| Regental Bahnbetriebe GmbH | RBG RS1 | Germany |
| Rhenus Veniro GmbH & Co. KG | Rhenus Veniro 650 | Germany |
| Rurtalbahn | RTB RS1 | Germany |
| Süd-Thüringen Bahn | STB VT 101 | Germany |
| Südwestdeutsche Verkehrs AG | SWEG 650 | Germany |
| Vogtlandbahn GmbH | VBG 650 | Germany |
| Waldbahn | Waldbahn 650 | Germany |
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