© trainspo.comAlstom DSB SA
Built by GEC Alsthom, Siemens
Overview of the Alstom DSB SA
Discover the DSB SA, a remarkable Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) designed and built by GEC Alsthom and Siemens between 1996 and 2007.
This series, also known as DSB SA/SE, boasts a top speed of 120 km/h and offers a comfortable capacity of 336 seats.
Measuring 83.78 meters in length, the DSB SA features an 8-car formation consisting of 6 motor cars and 2 trailer cars, with a width of 3.6 meters and a weight of 124 tons.
Operated by the Danish State Railways in Denmark, this locomotive utilizes a 1.65 kV DC electric system, delivering a power output of 1720 kW.
Experience the efficiency and capacity of the DSB SA, a key player in Danish rail transportation.
Alstom DSB SA technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | DSB SA/SE | |
| Built by | GEC Alsthom, Siemens · 1996–2007105 units | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 1,720 kW2,307 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 8 cars (6M2T) | |
| Capacity | 336 seats | |
| Car length | 83.78 m274 ft 10 in | |
| Width | 3.6 m11 ft 10 in | |
| Weight | 124 t273,373 lb |
Operators of the Alstom DSB SA
Railway companies that have operated the DSB SA, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Danish State Railways | DSB SA | Denmark |
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