© trainspo.comDUEWAG NE 81
Built by DUEWAG, WU
Overview of the DUEWAG NE 81
Discover the NE 81, a robust and versatile railcar series that has served various German transport companies since the early 1980s. Built by DUEWAG and WU between 1981 and 1995, these reliable units offer seating for 79 passengers and can reach a top speed of 100 km/h.
With a standard gauge of 1435 mm and a B'B' axle arrangement, the NE 81 has proven its worth in regional rail services. It was a common sight with operators like Eisenbahn Gesellschaft Potsdam mbH, Südwestdeutsche Verkehrs AG, and DBAG WestFrankenBahn, contributing significantly to Germany's local public transport network for many years.
This railcar, measuring 23.9 meters in length, represents a practical and enduring solution for passenger transportation on the rails.
DUEWAG NE 81 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | DUEWAG, WU · 1981–199526 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'B' | |
| Capacity | 79 seats | |
| Length | 23.9 m78 ft 5 in |
Operators of the DUEWAG NE 81
Railway companies that have operated the NE 81, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| DBAG WestFrankenBahn | WFB 626 | Germany |
| Eisenbahn Gesellschaft Potsdam mbH | EGP 626 | Germany |
| Südwestdeutsche Verkehrs AG | SWEG 626 | Germany |
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