© trainspo.comO&K ETA 150
Built by SSW, Rathgeber, O&K, Wegmann
Overview of the O&K ETA 150
Explore the fascinating ETA 150 railcar, a key piece of German railway history.
Operated by Deutsche Bahn AG under the class DB 517, this self-propelled railcar showcases impressive engineering and design.
Built between 1955 by SSW, Rathgeber, O&K, and Wegmann, with 232 units produced, the ETA 150 boasts a length of 26.8 meters and a top speed of 100 km/h.
Featuring a Bo'2' UIC axle arrangement and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, this railcar is a testament to its era's transportation technology.
O&K ETA 150 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SSW, Rathgeber, O&K, Wegmann · 1955232 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'2' | |
| Length | 26.8 m87 ft 11 in |
Operators of the O&K ETA 150
Railway companies that have operated the ETA 150, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn AG | DB 517 | Germany |
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