© trainspo.comAEG DB 480
Built by AEG, Siemens, WU
Overview of the AEG DB 480
Explore the reliable DB 480 Electric Multiple Unit (EMU), a workhorse designed for urban and metropolitan rail services in Germany.
Built by a collaboration of AEG, Siemens, and WU between 1986 and 1994, this train features a Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' axle configuration and operates on a 750 V DC third rail system, ensuring efficient power delivery.
The DB 480 boasts a top speed of 100 km/h and a seating capacity of 92 passengers, making it a practical choice for commuter routes. Its robust construction, measuring 36.8 meters in length, is built to handle the demands of frequent service.
Operating on standard 1435 mm gauge tracks, this EMU is a key component of Deutsche Bahn AG's extensive network, contributing significantly to passenger transportation across Germany.
AEG DB 480 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | AEG, Siemens, WU · 1986–1994 | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' | |
| Capacity | 92 seats | |
| Car length | 36.8 m120 ft 9 in | |
| Width | 3.12 m10 ft 3 in | |
| Height | 3.6 m11 ft 10 in | |
| Weight | 60 t132,277 lb |
Operators of the AEG DB 480
Railway companies that have operated the DB 480, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn AG | DB 480 | Germany |
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