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Electric multiple unit

MLRZ ER2M

Built by RVR, TVZ

Top speed
130 km/h
81 mph
Power output
4,000 kW
5,364 hp
Track gauge
1,520 mm
Russian broad gauge
Years built
1962–1984
850 units

Overview of the MLRZ ER2M

Discover the ER2M, a robust Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) widely used by Russian Railways.

This workhorse, with a build spanning from 1962 to 1984, boasts a top speed of 130 km/h and a substantial capacity of 1050 seats.

Operating on a 1520 mm gauge, the ER2M is powered by a 3 kV DC electric system, delivering an impressive 4000 kW of power output.

Renowned for its reliability, the ER2M continues to serve key transportation routes, making it a vital part of Russia's rail network.

MLRZ ER2M technical specifications

Value
SeriesER2
Built byRVR, TVZ · 1962–1984850 units
RefurbishedMLRZ
Top speed130 km/h81 mph
Power output4,000 kW5,364 hp
Electric systems
  • 3 kV DC
Track gauge1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in
Capacity1050 seats
Width3.48 m11 ft 5 in
Height5.09 m16 ft 8 in

Operators of the MLRZ ER2M

Railway companies that have operated the ER2M, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Russian RailwaysRZD ER2MRussia

MLRZ ER2M photos

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