© trainspo.comOverview of the Matisa VM-500SAB
Explore the VM-500SAB, a versatile service unit built for railway maintenance and operations.
This robust and reliable machine, manufactured by Matisa, operates on the standard 1435 mm gauge. Its design is optimized for a variety of tasks, ensuring efficiency in infrastructure operations.
The VM-500SAB has served prominent railway companies like Infrabel and SNCB/NMBS in Belgium, highlighting its crucial role in maintaining key rail networks.
Matisa VM-500SAB technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Matisa | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in |
Operators of the Matisa VM-500SAB
Railway companies that have operated the VM-500SAB, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Infrabel | Infrabel ES500 | Belgium |
| SNCB/NMBS | SNCB ES | Belgium |
Matisa VM-500SAB photos
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