© trainspo.comBombardier VBG Be 5/6
Built by Bombardier, Alstom
Overview of the Bombardier VBG Be 5/6
Explore the VBG Be 5/6, a modern tram operating in Switzerland, managed by Verkehrsbetriebe Glattal AG and Zurich Public Transport.
Built by Bombardier and Alstom between 2006 and 2010, this vehicle is engineered for maximum efficiency on urban routes.
The VBG Be 5/6 boasts a seating capacity for 96 passengers and reaches a top speed of 70 km/h, offering a comfortable and punctual travel experience.
With a width of 2.4 meters and a height of 3.6 meters, it fits seamlessly into existing infrastructure, ensuring widespread service.
This tram operates with a 600 V DC electric system and delivers a powerful 625 kW output, guaranteeing reliable performance.
Its 1000 mm gauge is perfectly suited for Swiss tram networks, solidifying its role in local public transportation.
Bombardier VBG Be 5/6 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Bombardier, Alstom · 2006–2010 | |
| Top speed | 70 km/h43 mph | |
| Power output | 625 kW838 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| Capacity | 96 seats | |
| Width | 2.4 m7 ft 10 in | |
| Height | 3.6 m11 ft 10 in | |
| Weight | 39 t85,980 lb |
Operators of the Bombardier VBG Be 5/6
Railway companies that have operated the VBG Be 5/6, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Verkehrsbetriebe Glattal AG | VBG Be 5/6 | Switzerland |
| Zurich Public Transport | VBZ Be 5/6 | Switzerland |
Bombardier VBG Be 5/6 photos
Photos © their respective authors, shared on trainspo.com. They may show liveries or variants that differ from the specifications above.















