© trainspo.comDUEWAG Typ B / B-Wagen
Built by Adtranz, BBC, Uerdingen, Kiepe, Siemens, WU
Overview of the DUEWAG Typ B / B-Wagen
Explore the versatile Typ B / B-Wagen, a classic tram that has served Germany since 1973.
Built by renowned manufacturers including Adtranz, BBC, and Siemens, this impressive vehicle boasts a top speed of 100 km/h and offers seating for 72 passengers.
With a gauge of 1435 mm and a train length of 28 meters, the Typ B / B-Wagen has proven its worth with transport operators such as Duisburger Verkehrsgesellschaft, Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe, Rheinbahn Düsseldorf, and Stadtwerke Bonn. Its B'2'B' axle arrangement highlights its robust construction for local transport.
Discover the reliability and efficiency of this iconic tram, a vital part of public transportation.
DUEWAG Typ B / B-Wagen technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Adtranz, BBC, Uerdingen, Kiepe, Siemens, WU · 1973–1999 | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'2'B' | |
| Capacity | 72 seats | |
| Train length | 28 m91 ft 10 in |
Operators of the DUEWAG Typ B / B-Wagen
Railway companies that have operated the Typ B / B-Wagen, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Duisburger Verkehrsgesellschaft | DVG B80C | Germany |
| Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe | KVBAG Typ B | Germany |
| Rheinbahn Düsseldorf | Rheinbahn B80D | Germany |
| Stadtwerke Bonn | SWB B | Germany |
DUEWAG Typ B / B-Wagen photos
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