© trainspo.comBombardier VIRMm-IV
Built by Alstom, Bombardier
Overview of the Bombardier VIRMm-IV
Explore the VIRMm-IV, a high-capacity electric locomotive serving Dutch Railways.
Also recognized as the DD-IRM, this commuter train was built by Alstom and Bombardier from 2002 to 2009.
Measuring 107.56 meters in length, it offers comfortable and efficient travel with seating for 330 passengers in second class and 63 in first class.
Capable of reaching a top speed of 160 km/h, it operates on a 1.5 kV DC electrical system, boasting a power output of 1608 kW.
Its modern design and specifications make it a prime choice for passenger rail transport in the Netherlands.
Bombardier VIRMm-IV technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | DD-IRM | |
| Built by | Alstom, Bombardier · 2002–200998 units | |
| Refurbished | 2016 | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Power output | 1,608 kW2,156 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 4 cars (2M2T) | |
| Capacity | 1st class 63, 2nd class 330 seats | |
| Train length | 107.56 m352 ft 11 in | |
| Width | 3.02 m9 ft 11 in | |
| Height | 4.67 m15 ft 4 in | |
| Weight | 237 t522,495 lb |
Operators of the Bombardier VIRMm-IV
Railway companies that have operated the VIRMm-IV, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Dutch Railways | NS VIRMm-IV | Netherlands |
Bombardier VIRMm-IV photos
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