© trainspo.comBombardier Talent 3-part DMU / 643
Built by Bombardier, Talbot
Overview of the Bombardier Talent 3-part DMU / 643
Discover the Talent 3-part DMU, model 643, a marvel of German railway engineering designed for comfortable and efficient passenger transport.
Built by Bombardier and Talbot between 1998 and 2004, this modern train offers a smooth and reliable travel experience, reaching a top speed of 120 km/h.
With a capacity of 16 seats in first class and 104 in second class, the Talent 643 is a versatile choice for various German railway operators.
Its 3-car formation, measuring 49.3 meters in length, optimizes passenger flow. This 74-ton DMU boasts a power output of 630 kW, showcasing its robust performance.
Operating on a 1435 mm gauge, the Talent 643 represents innovation and dependability in the rail industry.
Bombardier Talent 3-part DMU / 643 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Talent | |
| Family | Talent | |
| Built by | Bombardier, Talbot · 1998–2004 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 630 kW845 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'2'2'B' | |
| Formation | 3 cars | |
| Capacity | 1st class 16, 2nd class 104 seats | |
| Train length | 49.3 m161 ft 9 in | |
| Weight | 74 t163,142 lb |
Operators of the Bombardier Talent 3-part DMU / 643
Railway companies that have operated the Talent 3-part DMU / 643, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Bayerische Oberlandbahn GmbH | BOBy 643 | Germany |
| Niederbarnimer Eisenbahn | NEB 643 | Germany |
| Nord-Ostsee-Bahn | NOB 643 | Germany |
| NordWestBahn | NWB 643 | Germany |
| Ostseeland Verkehr GmbH | OLA 643 | Germany |
| Prignitzer Eisenbahn Arriva AG | PEG VT 643 | Germany |
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