Metrovagonmash Ema

Built by Metrovagonmash, Vagonmash

Top speed

90 km/h

56 mph

Track gauge

1,520 mm

Russian broad gauge

Years built

1966–1970

Overview of the Metrovagonmash Ema

Discover the Ema, a prominent Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) with a rich history in Russian rail transport.

This versatile locomotive, also known as the PM Ema, served the Saint Petersburg Metro and was built by Metrovagonmash and Vagonmash between 1966 and 1970.

With a top speed of 90 km/h and a gauge of 1520 mm, the Ema is designed for efficient urban transit.

Key dimensions include a car length of 19.21 meters, a width of 2.7 meters, and a height of 3.69 meters.

The Ema operates on 750 V DC third rail electric systems, making it a reliable choice for metro operations.

Learn more about this classic EMU, a testament to Soviet-era engineering.

Metrovagonmash Ema technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	E
Built by	Metrovagonmash, Vagonmash · 1966–1970
Top speed	90 km/h56 mph	56 mph
Electric systems	750 V DC (3rd rail)
Track gauge	1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in	4 ft 11⅞ in
Car length	19.21 m63 ft 0 in	63 ft 0 in
Width	2.7 m8 ft 10 in	8 ft 10 in
Height	3.69 m12 ft 1 in	12 ft 1 in