Ganz BVmot

Built by Ganz, ABB, Hunslet Engine, Ansaldo

Top speed

160 km/h

99 mph

Power output

1,755 kW

2,353 hp

Weight

213 t

469,584 lb

Length

105 m

344 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1994

3 units

Overview of the Ganz BVmot

Discover the BVmot, a versatile Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) type train designed for passenger transport.

Built by a consortium of renowned manufacturers including Ganz, ABB, Hunslet Engine, and Ansaldo in 1994, this four-car train offers efficient and comfortable journeys.

With a top speed of 160 km/h and a powerful output of 1755 kW, the BVmot is a reliable workhorse for railway operations.

Its standard gauge of 1435 mm and a substantial length of 105 meters make it suitable for a variety of routes.

This model has served with distinction under the Hungarian State Railways, classified as MÁV 434 and MÁV BVmot.

Explore the engineering and history behind this impressive locomotive.

Ganz BVmot technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Ganz, ABB, Hunslet Engine, Ansaldo · 19943 units
Top speed	160 km/h99 mph	99 mph
Power output	1,755 kW2,353 hp	2,353 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	4 cars
Train length	105 m344 ft 6 in	344 ft 6 in
Width	2,824 m9265 ft 1 in	9265 ft 1 in
Weight	213 t469,584 lb	469,584 lb