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BN M6 BDx – photo 1© trainspo.com
Control car

BN M6 BDx

Built by BN

Top speed
200 km/h
124 mph
Weight
50 t
110,231 lb
Length
26.4 m
86 ft 7 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Axle arrangement
2'2'

Overview of the BN M6 BDx

Discover the M6 BDx control car, an essential part of the Belgian railway network operated by SNCB/NMBS. This modern train component is designed for speed and passenger comfort.

Engineered for high-performance travel, the M6 BDx can reach impressive speeds of up to 200 km/h. Its spacious interior accommodates 136 seats, ensuring a comfortable journey for a large number of passengers.

Measuring 26.4 meters in length, this control car utilizes a standard 1435 mm gauge and features a 2'2' axle configuration, making it well-suited for European rail systems.

With a width of 2.83 meters and a height of 4.78 meters, the M6 BDx offers ample interior space while maintaining an optimal profile. Its robust construction contributes to a weight of 50 tonnes.

BN M6 BDx technical specifications

Value
Built byBN
Top speed200 km/h124 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement2'2'
Capacity136 seats
Length26.4 m86 ft 7 in
Width2.83 m9 ft 3 in
Height4.78 m15 ft 8 in
Weight50 t110,231 lb

Operators of the BN M6 BDx

Railway companies that have operated the M6 BDx, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
SNCB/NMBSSNCB M6 BDxBelgium

BN M6 BDx photos

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