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Railcar

DUEWAG DB 798

Built by Uerdingen, MAN

Top speed
90 km/h
56 mph
Weight
18 t
39,683 lb
Length
13.95 m
45 ft 9 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1953–1962
329 units
Axle arrangement
AA

Overview of the DUEWAG DB 798

Discover the charm of the DB 798, a classic Uerdinger railcar that embodies a significant era in German railway history.

Built between 1953 and 1962 by Uerdingen and MAN, this versatile railcar served as a vital link across Germany's rail network. Its robust construction and distinctive design made it a familiar sight on many routes.

Featuring a top speed of 90 km/h and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the DB 798 demonstrated excellent performance and adaptability. Its manageable dimensions, with a length of 13.95 meters and a weight of 18 tons, made it particularly suitable for operations on secondary lines.

Throughout its service, the DB 798 was operated by various entities, including Deutsche Bahn AG, the DGEG, and numerous private railway groups, highlighting its enduring appeal. Today, these historical railcars continue to captivate rail enthusiasts and play a role in preserving Germany's rich railway heritage.

DUEWAG DB 798 technical specifications

Value
SeriesUerdinger Schienenbus
Built byUerdingen, MAN · 1953–1962329 units
Top speed90 km/h56 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementAA
Length13.95 m45 ft 9 in
Weight18 t39,683 lb

Operators of the DUEWAG DB 798

Railway companies that have operated the DB 798, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Deutsche Bahn AGDB 796Germany
Deutsche Bahn AGDB 798Germany
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Eisenbahngeschichte (DGEG)DGEG VT98Germany
Dürener KreisbahnDKB 798Germany
Eisenbahnen und Verkehrsbetriebe Elbe-Weser GmbHEVB 796Germany
Eisenbahnfreunde Rodachtalbahn e.VEFR 798Germany
HANSeatische Eisenbahn GmbHHANS 798Germany
MainschleifenbahnMSB 796Germany
MainschleifenbahnMSB 996Germany
Passauer Eisenbahnfreunde e.V.PEF 798Germany
Private owners group@private-de 998Germany
Vulkan-Eifel-Bahn Betriebsgeselllschaft mbHVEB 796Germany
Vulkan-Eifel-Bahn Betriebsgeselllschaft mbHVEB 996Germany
Zuid Limburgse Stoomtrein MaatschappijZLSM 798Netherlands
Turkish State RailwaysTCDD RM3000Türkiye

DUEWAG DB 798 photos

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