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Budd Universal Transit Vehicle

Built by Budd

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Length
46 m
150 ft 11 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1982–1987

Overview of the Budd Universal Transit Vehicle

Discover the Universal Transit Vehicle, an electric multiple unit (EMU) designed for efficient urban transit.

This reliable model is a key part of the Metrorail Budd fleet serving Miami-Dade County in the United States.

With a two-car formation, this 1435 mm gauge train offers a 46-meter length, perfect for metropolitan mobility needs.

Capable of reaching speeds up to 120 km/h, it operates on a 750 V DC third rail system.

Built by Budd between 1982 and 1987, each car measures 23 meters, optimizing passenger transport solutions.

Budd Universal Transit Vehicle technical specifications

Value
Built byBudd · 1982–1987
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Electric systems
  • 750 V DC (3rd rail)
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation2 cars
Car length23 m75 ft 6 in
Train length46 m150 ft 11 in
Width3 m9 ft 10 in
Height3.7 m12 ft 2 in
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Operators of the Budd Universal Transit Vehicle

Railway companies that have operated the Universal Transit Vehicle, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Miami-Dade CountyMetrorail BuddUnited States

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