© trainspo.comO&K DR 276.0
Built by AEG, O&K, SSW, Wegmann
Overview of the O&K DR 276.0
Discover the DR 276.0, a historic EMU that served the Deutsche Reichsbahn in Germany.
Built in 1936 by renowned manufacturers AEG, O&K, SSW, and Wegmann, this two-car set (1M1T) was designed for a top speed of 80 km/h.
With seating for 118 passengers, the DR 276.0 offers a unique travel experience, blending vintage design with practical functionality.
Its 750 V DC third-rail electric system and 360 kW power output are a testament to the technology of its era.
Weighing 68.7 tons with an axle load of 9.5 tons, this locomotive is a captivating example of German historical railway engineering.
O&K DR 276.0 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | AEG, O&K, SSW, Wegmann · 193634 units | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Power output | 360 kW483 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+2'2' | |
| Formation | 2 cars (1M1T) | |
| Capacity | 118 seats | |
| Car length | 35.56 m116 ft 8 in | |
| Weight | 68.7 t151,457 lb | |
| Axle load | 9.5 t20,944 lb |
Operators of the O&K DR 276.0
Railway companies that have operated the DR 276.0, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Reichsbahn | DR 276.0 | Germany |
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