© trainspo.comMetrovagonmash 81-740.2B
Built by Metrovagonmash
Overview of the Metrovagonmash 81-740.2B
Discover the 81-740.2B, a modern Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) train designed for urban transit. This robust locomotive, often seen in the Sofia Metropolitan under the class SM 81-740.2B, is built by Metrovagonmash and operates on standard 1435 mm gauge tracks.
With a car length of 28.15 meters, a width of 2.7 meters, and a height of 3.65 meters, the 81-740.2B offers efficient passenger capacity and operational flexibility. Its reliable design makes it a key component of Bulgaria's railway infrastructure.
Explore the specifications and operational history of the 81-740.2B, a testament to contemporary railway engineering and a vital asset for metropolitan transportation networks.
Learn more about this impressive train and its contributions to public transport.
Metrovagonmash 81-740.2B technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | 81-740 | |
| Built by | Metrovagonmash | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Car length | 28.15 m92 ft 4 in | |
| Width | 2.7 m8 ft 10 in | |
| Height | 3.65 m12 ft 0 in |
Operators of the Metrovagonmash 81-740.2B
Railway companies that have operated the 81-740.2B, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Sofia Metropolitan | SM 81-740.2B | Bulgaria |
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