© trainspo.comAnsaldo BVhmot
Built by Ganz, ABB, Ansaldo
Overview of the Ansaldo BVhmot
Discover the BVhmot, a versatile electric multiple unit (EMU) designed for passenger transport in Hungary. Built by Ganz, ABB, and Ansaldo in 1996, this MÁV (Hungarian State Railways) locomotive boasts a top speed of 120 km/h, making it efficient for various routes.
The BVhmot offers comfortable travel with a capacity of 312 seats in second class, suitable for both daily commutes and longer journeys. Its robust design features include a standard 1435 mm gauge and Bo'Bo' axle classification.
Powered by a 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric system, this EMU delivers a substantial 1755 kW of power output, ensuring reliable and effective performance on modern railway networks.
Ansaldo BVhmot technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | BVhmot | |
| Built by | Ganz, ABB, Ansaldo · 19962 units | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 1,755 kW2,353 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Capacity | 2nd class 312 seats |
Operators of the Ansaldo BVhmot
Railway companies that have operated the BVhmot, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Hungarian State Railways | MÁV BVhmot | Hungary |
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