© trainspo.comAEG DR 276.0
Built by AEG, O&K, SSW, Wegmann
Overview of the AEG DR 276.0
Explore the DR 276.0, an electric multiple unit (EMU) that served the Deutsche Reichsbahn.
This locomotive, a product of manufacturers like AEG, O&K, SSW, and Wegmann, was built in 1936.
It features a standard gauge of 1435 mm and could reach a top speed of 80 km/h, making it suitable for various routes.
With a seating capacity of 118 passengers and a formation of two cars (1M1T), the DR 276.0 was designed for efficient passenger transport.
Its Bo'Bo'+2'2' axle configuration and a weight of 68.7 tons highlight its robust construction.
Powered by 750 V DC through a third rail and boasting a power output of 360 kW, this EMU was a key player in Germany's railway network.
The DR 276.0 represents a significant piece of German railway engineering, showcasing impressive technical specifications.
Discover the legacy of this classic electric locomotive.
AEG DR 276.0 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | AEG, O&K, SSW, Wegmann · 193634 units | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Power output | 360 kW483 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+2'2' | |
| Formation | 2 cars (1M1T) | |
| Capacity | 118 seats | |
| Car length | 35.56 m116 ft 8 in | |
| Weight | 68.7 t151,457 lb | |
| Axle load | 9.5 t20,944 lb |
Operators of the AEG DR 276.0
Railway companies that have operated the DR 276.0, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Reichsbahn | DR 276.0 | Germany |
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