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Electric multiple unit

Alstom GVB M5

Built by Alstom

Top speed
90 km/h
56 mph
Weight
190 t
418,878 lb
Length
116.2 m
381 ft 3 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
2011–2015
28 units

Overview of the Alstom GVB M5

Discover the GVB M5, a modern electric multiple unit (EMU) designed by Alstom.

Built between 2011 and 2015, this train operates for the Municipal Transport of Amsterdam in the Netherlands, belonging to the GVB M5 class.

Featuring a formation of 6 cars (4M2T) and a total length of 116.2 meters, the GVB M5 is perfectly suited for urban transit.

It boasts a top speed of 90 km/h and runs on a 750 V DC electric system powered by a third rail, utilizing a standard gauge of 1435 mm.

This EMU ensures efficient and reliable transportation for Amsterdam's commuters and visitors.

Alstom GVB M5 technical specifications

Value
Built byAlstom · 2011–201528 units
Top speed90 km/h56 mph
Electric systems
  • 750 V DC (3rd rail)
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation6 cars (4M2T)
Train length116.2 m381 ft 3 in
Width3 m9 ft 10 in
Height3.77 m12 ft 4 in
Weight190 t418,878 lb
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Operators of the Alstom GVB M5

Railway companies that have operated the GVB M5, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Municipal transport of AmsterdamGVB M5Netherlands

Alstom GVB M5 photos

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