© trainspo.comO&K ET 167
Built by AEG, O&K, SSW, Wegmann
Overview of the O&K ET 167
Explore the ET 167, an electric multiple unit (EMU) with a rich history. Built between 1938 and 1941 by AEG, O&K, SSW, and Wegmann, this distinguished locomotive, known as the DB 167 by Deutsche Bahn AG in Germany, is a testament to early electric traction.
The ET 167 features a 2-car (1M1T) formation and is designed for a top speed of 90 km/h. Its robust construction ensures efficient operation over a standard gauge of 1435 mm.
With a total train length of 36.2 meters, this EMU utilizes a 750 V DC electric system, drawing power from a third rail. Its unique axle arrangement is classified as Bo'Bo'+2'2'.
Discover a piece of railway heritage with the ET 167, a fascinating example of German engineering. Source: en.wikipedia.org.
O&K ET 167 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | AEG, O&K, SSW, Wegmann · 1938–1941 | |
| Top speed | 90 km/h56 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+2'2' | |
| Formation | 2 cars (1M1T) | |
| Train length | 36.2 m118 ft 9 in |
Operators of the O&K ET 167
Railway companies that have operated the ET 167, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn AG | DB 167 | Germany |
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