© trainspo.comMBS ET10.103
Built by Gottfried Lindner
Overview of the MBS ET10.103
Discover the charming ET10.103, a historic electric multiple unit (EMU) with a rich past on Austrian railways.
Built by Gottfried Lindner in 1935, this locomotive served the Montafon Railway before being refurbished in 1974 by MBS. It offers a capacity of 64 seats and can reach a top speed of 100 km/h.
With a car length of 22.08 meters and a weight of 42 tons, the ET10.103 operates on 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems. It's a testament to early electric traction, carrying its heritage forward.
This classic EMU also found a role with Verein Pro Bahn Vorarlberg as PBV 4142, continuing its journey as a valued piece of railway history. Explore the legacy of the ET10.103, a beloved Austrian electric train.
MBS ET10.103 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Gottfried Lindner · 1935 | |
| Refurbished | MBS 1974 | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Capacity | 64 seats | |
| Car length | 22.08 m72 ft 5 in | |
| Weight | 42 t92,594 lb |
Operators of the MBS ET10.103
Railway companies that have operated the ET10.103, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Montafon Railway | MBS ET 10.103 | Austria |
| Verein Pro Bahn Vorarlberg | PBV 4142 | Austria |
MBS ET10.103 photos
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