© trainspo.comAEG DB 481
Built by AEG, Adtranz, Bombardier, DWA
Overview of the AEG DB 481
Discover the DB 481, a versatile Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) train designed for efficient urban and suburban transport.
Manufactured by leading companies like AEG, Adtranz, Bombardier, and DWA between 1996 and 2004, this German locomotive operates on a 1435 mm gauge.
With a top speed of 100 km/h and a power output of 594 kW, the DB 481 is built to handle demanding routes.
Its robust construction and a capacity for 200 seats make it a reliable choice for Deutsche Bahn AG, serving passengers across Germany.
Explore the technical specifications of this notable EMU, including its 750 V DC electric system and substantial weight of 59 tons.
AEG DB 481 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | AEG, Adtranz, Bombardier, DWA · 1996–2004 | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 594 kW797 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Capacity | 200 seats | |
| Height | 3.58 m11 ft 9 in | |
| Weight | 59 t130,073 lb |
Operators of the AEG DB 481
Railway companies that have operated the DB 481, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn AG | DB 481 | Germany |
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