AEG F79.2

Discover the BVG F79.2, an Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) with a rich history in German public transport.

This distinctive locomotive, part of the F79.2 series, was built by a consortium of leading manufacturers including ABB, Adtranz, AEG, O&K, Siemens, and WU, with production commencing in 1979.

Operating on a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the BVG F79.2 boasts a compact, two-car formation measuring 32.1 meters in length, making it ideal for urban transit. It features a top speed of 72 km/h and can accommodate 72 seated passengers.

Engineered for efficiency, it runs on 750 V DC electric systems via a third rail. The F79.2's robust B'B'+B'B' UIC axle configuration ensures reliable performance on its routes.

This model is a testament to the engineering prowess of its era, serving the Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) and contributing to the efficient movement of people within Germany.