© trainspo.comMetrovagonmash 81-720
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Overview of the Metrovagonmash 81-720
Discover the 81-720, a powerful electric multiple unit series designed for service in the Moscow Metro.
Built by Metrovagonmash in 1992, this locomotive boasts a robust construction and a 1520 mm gauge, perfectly suited for Russian railway infrastructure.
With a top speed of 100 km/h and an 8-car formation, the 81-720 is a reliable and efficient vehicle for urban public transport.
Its dimensions, measuring 2.7 meters in width and 3.64 meters in height, are optimized to meet the specific needs of the Moscow Metro, ensuring smooth operation.
Experience the proven technology and enduring reliability of the 81-720 series, a cornerstone of the metro system in one of the world's largest cities.
Metrovagonmash 81-720 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | 81-720 | |
| Built by | Metrovagonmash · 1992 | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| Formation | 8 cars | |
| Width | 2.7 m8 ft 10 in | |
| Height | 3.64 m11 ft 11 in |
Operators of the Metrovagonmash 81-720
Railway companies that have operated the 81-720, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Moscow Metro | MM 81-720 | Russia |
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