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Diesel multiple unit

BLRT EDLR DR1B

Built by RVR

Top speed
130 km/h
81 mph
Power output
745 kW
999 hp
Track gauge
1,520 mm
Russian broad gauge
Years built
1976–1985

Overview of the BLRT EDLR DR1B

Discover the EDLR DR1B, a versatile Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) with an impressive history.

Built by RVR between 1976 and 1985 and later refurbished by BLRT from 1994 to 1996, this locomotive boasts a top speed of 130 km/h.

Featuring a 1520 mm gauge and powered by an MTU 8V 396 TC14 engine producing 745 kW, the EDLR DR1B is a reliable and powerful train.

In service across various countries and with different operators like Edelaraudtee in Estonia, it showcases its adaptability and longevity in rail transport.

Experience the strength and elegance of this remarkable rail vehicle.

BLRT EDLR DR1B technical specifications

Value
SeriesDR1
Built byRVR · 1976–1985
RefurbishedBLRT 1994 - 1996 (20)
Top speed130 km/h81 mph
Power output745 kW999 hp
Prime moverMTU 8V 396 TC14
Track gauge1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in
Width3.15 m10 ft 4 in
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Operators of the BLRT EDLR DR1B

Railway companies that have operated the EDLR DR1B, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
AS GoRailGoRail DR1BEstonia
EdelaraudteeEDLR DR1BEstonia
Private owners group@private-kz DR1BKazakhstan
Railways of TajikistanROT DR1BTajikistan

BLRT EDLR DR1B photos

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