© trainspo.comAlstom TW500
Built by Alstom
Overview of the Alstom TW500
Discover the modern TW500 tram, a versatile electric multiple unit designed for urban and suburban transport.
Built by Alstom between 2021 and 2023, this tram operates on a 1435 mm gauge and boasts a top speed of 80 km/h.
With a train length of 27.82 meters and a capacity for 74 seats, the TW500 offers comfortable travel for passengers.
Its advanced electric systems are compatible with 600 V, 750 V, and 850 V DC, ensuring flexibility across different networks.
The TW500 is a key part of the Wiener Lokalbahnen fleet in Austria, enhancing public transportation efficiency.
Alstom TW500 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Alstom · 2021–2023 | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'2'Bo' | |
| Capacity | 74 seats | |
| Train length | 27.82 m91 ft 3 in | |
| Width | 2.55 m8 ft 4 in | |
| Weight | 41.68 t91,889 lb |
Operators of the Alstom TW500
Railway companies that have operated the TW500, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Wiener Lokalbahnen | WLB 500 | Austria |
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