© trainspo.comMBB DB 610
Built by ABB, AEG, DUEWAG, MAN, MBB, Siemens
Overview of the MBB DB 610
Explore the DB 610, an iconic Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) from Deutsche Bahn AG in Germany.
This locomotive embodies comfort and efficiency, serving as a cornerstone of German rail transport.
Built in 1992 by a consortium of renowned manufacturers including ABB, AEG, DUEWAG, MAN, MBB, and Siemens, the DB 610 showcases robust engineering.
It boasts a top speed of 160 km/h and can comfortably seat up to 136 passengers.
Its standard two-car formation and a length of 51.75 meters make it a versatile train for various routes.
With a width of 2.85 meters and a weight of 95 tons, it is perfectly suited for 1435 mm gauge tracks.
The DB 610 represents a reliable and proven rail mobility solution, ideal for daily commutes and regional journeys across Germany.
MBB DB 610 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | ABB, AEG, DUEWAG, MAN, MBB, Siemens · 199220 units | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 2 cars | |
| Capacity | 136 seats | |
| Train length | 51.75 m169 ft 9 in | |
| Width | 2.85 m9 ft 4 in | |
| Weight | 95 t209,439 lb |
Operators of the MBB DB 610
Railway companies that have operated the DB 610, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn AG | DB 610 | Germany |
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