© trainspo.comAnsaldo BVmot
Built by Ganz, ABB, Hunslet Engine, Ansaldo
Overview of the Ansaldo BVmot
Experience the BVmot, a versatile and high-performance Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) designed for modern rail transport.
This train, also known as the MÁV BVmot under the Hungarian State Railways, represents a significant advancement in rail technology.
With a top speed of 160 km/h and a power output of 1755 kW, the BVmot ensures efficient and comfortable journeys.
Its 4-car formation and a length of 105 meters make it an ideal choice for various routes and passenger flows.
Built in 1994 by renowned partners including Ganz, ABB, Hunslet Engine, and Ansaldo, it benefits from quality engineering and proven reliability.
Appreciate the capacity and technology of this iconic train, a benchmark in the Hungarian railway landscape.
Ansaldo BVmot technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Ganz, ABB, Hunslet Engine, Ansaldo · 19943 units | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Power output | 1,755 kW2,353 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 4 cars | |
| Train length | 105 m344 ft 6 in | |
| Width | 2,824 m9265 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 213 t469,584 lb |
Operators of the Ansaldo BVmot
Railway companies that have operated the BVmot, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Hungarian State Railways | MÁV 434 | Hungary |
| Hungarian State Railways | MÁV BVmot | Hungary |
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