© trainspo.comKiepe Typ B / B-Wagen
Built by Adtranz, BBC, Uerdingen, Kiepe, Siemens, WU
Overview of the Kiepe Typ B / B-Wagen
Discover the versatile Typ B / B-Wagen, a proven tram that has been successfully operating in German cities for decades.
These vehicles, built by renowned manufacturers such as Adtranz and Siemens between 1973 and 1999, impress with their robustness and reliability.
With a top speed of 100 km/h and a capacity of 72 seats, they are ideal for public transport.
The 1435 mm gauge and B'2'B' axle arrangement make the Typ B / B-Wagen a flexible option for various operators.
Experience the efficiency and comfort of this classic tram, which is in service in cities like Duisburg, Cologne, Düsseldorf, and Bonn.
Kiepe 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 Kiepe 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 |
Kiepe Typ B / B-Wagen photos
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