© trainspo.comLHB TW 6000
Built by AEG, Uerdingen, Kiepe, LHB, Siemens
Overview of the LHB TW 6000
Discover the versatile TW 6000 tram, a staple in urban transportation.
Built by renowned manufacturers like AEG, Siemens, and LHB between 1974 and 1993, this robust tram has served cities with efficiency and reliability.
With a top speed of 80 km/h and a capacity for 46 seated passengers, the TW 6000 is designed for comfortable and effective public transit.
Its standard gauge of 1435 mm and a length of 28.28 meters make it a familiar sight on many urban networks.
This tram has been a trusted workhorse for transport companies, including the Budapest Transport Company (BKV) and üstra in Hanover.
Experience the enduring legacy of the TW 6000, a model synonymous with quality and practical design in the world of trams.
LHB TW 6000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | AEG, Uerdingen, Kiepe, LHB, Siemens · 1974–1993260 units | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B’2’2’B’ | |
| Capacity | 46 seats | |
| Train length | 28.28 m92 ft 9 in | |
| Width | 2.4 m7 ft 10 in | |
| Height | 3.31 m10 ft 10 in | |
| Weight | 38.8 t85,539 lb |
Operators of the LHB TW 6000
Railway companies that have operated the TW 6000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| üstra Hannoversche Verkehrsbetriebe | üstra TW 6000 | Germany |
| Budapest Transport Company | BKV TW 6000 | Hungary |
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