AEG HHA Type A

Built by AEG, Busch, DWA Görlitz, Siemens

Top speed

60 km/h

37 mph

Length

12.8 m

42 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the AEG HHA Type A

Discover the HHA Type A, an iconic Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) train that served the Hamburger Hochbahn in Germany.

This compact and efficient locomotive, built by renowned manufacturers like AEG, Busch, DWA Görlitz, and Siemens, boasts a top speed of 60 km/h.

Its standard gauge of 1435 mm and Bo'Bo' UIC axle configuration made it a reliable workhorse for urban transit.

With a train length of 12.8 meters, width of 2.56 meters, and height of 3.14 meters, the HHA Type A was designed for efficient operation within city environments.

Powered by 750 V DC through a 3rd rail system, this historic EMU played a significant role in the transportation network of Hamburg.

AEG HHA Type A technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	AEG, Busch, DWA Görlitz, Siemens
Top speed	60 km/h37 mph	37 mph
Electric systems	750 V DC (3rd rail)
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Train length	12.8 m42 ft 0 in	42 ft 0 in
Width	2.56 m8 ft 5 in	8 ft 5 in
Height	3.14 m10 ft 4 in	10 ft 4 in