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Electric multiple unit

AEG ICE 1 USA

Built by ABB, AEG, Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, Siemens

Top speed
280 km/h
174 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge

Overview of the AEG ICE 1 USA

Discover the ICE 1 USA, a high-speed electric multiple unit (EMU) that left a significant mark on rail travel.

Built by industry leaders including Siemens, ABB, Henschel, and Krauss-Maffei, this remarkable train boasts a top speed of 280 km/h, ensuring swift and pleasant journeys.

The ICE 1 USA, with its (2M) formation and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, was instrumental in advancing railway innovation.

Belonging to the ICE family and specifically the ICE 1 series, it operated on 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems, showcasing exceptional engineering prowess.

This train represents a notable chapter in American railway history, even as it draws from successful European designs.

Envision the power and sophistication of this train operating across the United States, offering a cutting-edge travel experience.

AEG ICE 1 USA technical specifications

Value
SeriesICE 1
FamilyICE
Built byABB, AEG, Henschel, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, Siemens
Top speed280 km/h174 mph
Electric systems
  • 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation(2M)

Operators of the AEG ICE 1 USA

Railway companies that have operated the ICE 1 USA, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Amtrak National Railroad Passenger CorporationAMTK ICE1United States

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