© trainspo.comBombardier DSb ABS
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Overview of the Bombardier DSb ABS
Discover the DSB ABS, a modern control car built by Bombardier for Danish State Railways.
These double-decker wagons are part of the Bombardier Doppelstockwagen IV series, engineered for a top speed of 160 km/h and offering comfortable seating for 70 passengers.
With a standard gauge of 1435 mm, a length of 27.27 meters, and a weight of 52 tons, these control cars are a vital component of the Danish rail network.
Produced between 2002 and 2003, the DSB ABS contributed significantly to the modernization of the DSB's rolling stock.
Explore the efficiency and capacity of this key railway vehicle, designed for smooth and effective passenger transport.
Bombardier DSb ABS technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Bombardier Doppelstockwagen IV | |
| Built by | Bombardier · 2002–200325 units | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Capacity | 70 seats | |
| Length | 27.27 m89 ft 6 in | |
| Width | 2.78 m9 ft 1 in | |
| Height | 4.63 m15 ft 2 in | |
| Weight | 52 t114,640 lb |
Operators of the Bombardier DSb ABS
Railway companies that have operated the DSb ABS, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Danish State Railways | DSB ABs | Denmark |
Bombardier DSb ABS photos
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